What's Happening in Taos, NM?

County Profile!

Taos County is located in north central New Mexico on the western slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Taos County is also home to the Taos Pueblo Indians and several Spanish and Mexican Land Grants.
As of 2000, the population was 29,979

The highest point in the county is the summit of Wheeler Peak at 13,161 feet (4,011 m). This is also the highest point in the state of New Mexico.

Major industries providing employment:

Educational, health and social services (20.3%), Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services (19.1%), Retail trade (12.8%), Construction (10.1%).

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Major cities and towns:

Arroyo Hondo, Arroyo Seco, Carson, Cerro, Chamisa, Costilla,El Prado, El Rito, Las Trampas, Llano, Ojo Caliente, Ojo Sarco, Peñasco, Picuris Pueblo, Red River, Taos, Taos Ski Valley.

Outdoor activities:

Hunting, Climbing, Hiking, Fishing, Mountain biking. Skiing has been a contribution to the development and economy of the county.