The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Taos County, Taos County

December 25, 2021 Alida England

Looking for skiing, hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, turquoise and silver crafts, world-renowned art museums, literary history, and a thousand-year old Native American adobe pueblo? Not just anywhere. But near Georgia O’Keeffe landscapes, the Enchanted Circle, and the rivers, gorges, rolling mesas, and Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New Mexico? Choose a Taos area vacation.
Restaurants in Taos County

1. Los Rios River Runners

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5.0 based on 383 reviews

Los Rios River Runners

Los Rios River Runners is New Mexico's oldest, largest, and most experienced rafting company. We've been rafting through the spectacular river canyons of northern New Mexico since 1972. We offer trips from mild to wild, from half-day to 3-days, from the world-class white-knuckle whitewater of the Taos Box (available as a full-day adventure or as part of a multi-day overnight) to family fun adventures and serene floats. Spend starry nights in the serene Chama wilderness, or float along a mellow section of the Rio Grande with a Native Pueblo guide and a traditional feast meal awaiting you at the takeout. Sunset dinner floats too! And check out our multi-sport adventures: rock and raft, pedal and paddle, and paddle and saddle. Los Rios has more access to more stretches of river than any other NM rafting company, and offers the broadest variety of trips. Come boating with us, and take home lifetime memories.

2. Big River Raft Trips

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5.0 based on 119 reviews

Big River Raft Trips

Big River Raft Trips offers whitewater river trips on the Rio Grande in Northern New Mexico. A class three section called the Racecourse. around 6 miles long. with fun and excitement for the whole family. we take 6 year old and up. places for swimming and a jump rock too!~ Wahoo!

3. New Mexico Adventure Company

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5.0 based on 504 reviews

New Mexico Adventure Company

3 Hour Wilderness Adventure Tour 3 Times A Day (9 Am, 1 Pm And 4:30 Pm) 7 Days A Week. Safari Style- Convertible Top, Able To Accommodate 12 People Comfortably We Will Take You Panning For Gold. Lots Of History Of The Ute Indian, Gold Rush And The Old West 100% Wilderness Wildlife Always Possible (elk, Black Bear, Big Horn Sheep) OUR SEASON STARTS THE FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER (UNTILL IT STARTS SNOWING)

4. Far Flung Adventures

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5.0 based on 263 reviews

Far Flung Adventures

Far Flung Adventures has been safely outfitting family and group river trips for over 40 years. We have run commercial adventures on dozens of rivers around the country and the world. With that said, these days we like to concentrate our work here in New Mexico, because this is the land and the people we care most about. The northern region of New Mexico offers access to unprecedented southwestern scenery and landscapes, and there is hardly any better vehicle for exploring that beauty than via one of our two great river systems. We are located in Taos, NM which provides easy access to the finest New Mexico rivers. The best rafting in the region can be found on The Rio Grande at the bottom of a beautiful gorge, or on America's Newest Wild and Scenic River, the Rio Chama. The fun starts shortly after ski season, as the snow begins to melt, providing excellent river conditions during runoff and throughout the summer.

5. Fagan's Guided Fly Fishing

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5.0 based on 40 reviews

Fagan's Guided Fly Fishing

Operating under special usage permit to access Carson National Forest, Guide Jeff Fagan has a variety of trips available for the novice or experienced angler. Join him for a day of fly fishing the best holes in the area. You will enjoy a great experience in the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Fly rod, tackle, and waders are provided. All participants must provide a valid NM fishing license.

6. Red River Offroad

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5.0 based on 95 reviews

Red River Offroad

Off-road Mountain Tours. The only year around tour guide company in Red River. Jeep Tours..UTV Tours... Fall Foliage Tours of the Spectacular Aspen color change. Winter Snow Tours on our Snow Cat November-March.

7. Cutthroat Fly Fishing

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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Guided fly fishing trips with complete instruction for anglers of all levels. Beginners more than welcome. Complete instruction, and all equipment are included in my fee. Half or full days available. Over 20 years experience guiding and teaching fly fishing.

8. Lone Star Fly Fishing

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Lone Star Fly Fishing

All inclusive guided fly fishing excursions. Specializing in showcasing New Mexico's natural beauty.

9. Taos Fly Shop

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5.0 based on 55 reviews

Taos Fly Shop

Taos Fly Shop is a full service year round fly shop. It was the first fly shop in Taos, opened in 1980 by Taylor Streit. Taylor closed the shop in ’87 though he continued to guide the area while authoring three books on the subject. After a 17 year hiatus, Taylor’s son Nick re-opened the Taos Fly Shop in 2004. Nick still owns and operates the store while Taylor manages the guiding business, using the shop as his base. We pride ourselves at being friendly and helpful, providing an easy going, non-intimidating atmosphere. We carry a great selection of equipment for all price ranges and experience levels. Whether you’re looking for technical advice on equipment, the “hot fly”, or your first fly rod, Taos Fly Shop is happy to help.

10. Sitzmark Sports

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4.0 based on 21 reviews

Sitzmark Sports

We offer quality Ski, Snowboard, Helmet & Accessory rental during the winter. In the summer we book: Jeep rental & tours, White water rafting, ATV tours, Horseback rides & Cowboy Evening Cookouts, Fly fishing guides. We rent: 3-6 person surreys, Bikes, Strollers, DOT helmets, Fishing poles. We sell: Fishing licenses and supplies, Oakley sunglasses, Disc golf discs, KHS bikes & more!

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