307 E. River Street, Red River, New Mexico, United States | 575-754-6210
Family lodge offers trout fishing and mountain views
Riverfront location directly by Copper Chair Lift
Cabin-style rooms feature flat-screen TVs, kitchens, and patios
Covered terrace hot tub with fresh towels and river views
Waterfront picnic tables and swings
Horseshoe lawn games
Gas and charcoal grills
Free Wi-Fi and outdoor parking
No on-site restaurant
Rooms don’t have air-conditioning
Outdated furnishings in some spaces
Front desk not staffed 24 hours
The 25-room Copper King Lodge offers
couples, families, and ski enthusiasts a budget, no-frills vacation directly on the Red River with prime trout fishing and direct access to an area chair lift. The
property also features a charming terrace with a hot tub, picnic tables, and
grills -- all with waterfront views. Cabin-style rooms have kitchens,
fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, and balconies. The hotel doesn’t have a
restaurant, however. If that’s a major concern, the nearby Black Mountain Lodge has
on-site dining.
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Scene
Motel property that suits both families and couples
Copper King Lodge is a cozy, cabin-themed motel
that blends in with the ski town and lush pine forest surroundings, suiting
families and couples. The beautiful Red River -- offering prime rainbow trout
fishing -- runs behind the property. Charming hand-carved wooden benches are
provided at every turn along with signage, statuary, and totems. The nearby ski lift is also visible from
the lodge. The office is quaint, featuring a wooden front desk and large windows that provide a lot of natural light.
Location
On the banks of the Red River, near an array of attractions
The Copper King is conveniently located in
the town of Red River and near the Copper Chair Lift. Motels, restaurants, bars,
and hiking trails are within walking distance and the Red River itself runs
right by the lodge. The Red River Ski Area -- in the Southern Rockies -- is a
nine-minute walk northwest while Carson National Forest is more than an
hour’s drive west. Other nearby attractions include Red River Community
House, Red River Conference Center, and Bobcat Pass Wilderness Adventures. Taos
Pueblo, a famed Native-American historical landmark and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 48-minute drive south.
Rooms
Large rooms with cabin decor, Southwestern fabrics, and riverfront porches
Guests
can choose from a variety of room categories, ranging from motel units to three-bedroom
rooms and suites. Knotty pine walls, hand-carved wooden furniture, and Southwestern
textiles give rooms a cabin feel. Features include flat-screen TVs, DVD
players, fireplaces, mini-fridges or full refrigerators, and microwaves. There’s
no air-conditioning and furnishings in some spaces are outdated (the patterned, motel-quality comforters in particular will not suit all tastes). Kitchenettes or
full kitchens with the works are in upgraded rooms. Bathrooms
are basic with shower/tub combos and modern fixtures. Some only have showers.
Wooden furnished patios offer stunning views of the river. Views of themountains and/or ski lift are also available.
Features
Lawn games, picnic tables, and barbecue grills
A walkway with wooden planks leads from the
hotel to the lawn that sits right on the Red River, an area surrounded by
lovely forests. Lawns offer riverfront and mountain views from picnic tables,
swings, and a paved walking path that runs along the water. There are also
family-friendly activities like horseshoe lawn games and charcoal and gasgrills for barbecuing. A secured cabin terrace with a locked fence has a hot tub that overlooks the river banks and provides a perfect opportunity for wildlife watching. Fresh towels are provided on the deck. Wi-Fi and parking at the lodge are free.
