The two major ethnic groups in Red River are White (Non-Hispanic) at 95.6% and White (Hispanic) at 4.38%. Red River's median age is 39.7 years, with men being 45.1 years old and females being 39.3 years old. The town's population is currently expanding at a pace of 1.09% each year however, it has declined by -6.73% from the previous census. Image Credit: Elisa.rolle, via Wikimedia CommonsĪs per the latest US Census, Red River has a population of 594 inhabitants. Population And Economy Of Red River Red River Historic District in Red River, New Mexico. In the later years, when the mining activities slowed down, the town began to develop into the mountain paradise it is today. By 1895, Red River had become a booming mining settlement with plenty of gold, silver, and copper. Initially called “River City,” the town was subsequently named after the short perennial stream which flows through the town after originating from Wheeler Peak’s northern slopes. In the late 19th century, the town of Red River had its beginnings when miners from the adjacent Moreno Valley’s Elizabethtown were attracted to the area by gold strikes. Image Credit: It'sOnlyMakeBelieve, via Wikimedia Commonsīefore the arrival of the European-Americans, the present-day Red River area served as the summer hunting ground of the indigenous Utes and Jicarilla Apaches. Edwin's Catholic Church in Red River, New Mexico. June to September is the ideal period to explore Red River, as this time of the year is pleasant in terms of precipitation and temperature.
Red River receives an average of 20.96 inches of precipitation per year. During winters, the average temperatures can reach as low as -14.4☌. There are, on average, 285 sunny days per year, and temperatures can reach as high as 25☌ during summer. Summers are very warm, with delightfully chilly nights, while winters are cold but not severe, with tremendous amounts of snowfall averaging 146 inches per year.
Climate Of Red River A woman skier with colorful clothing standing on Ski slope looking at Mountain View at Red River, New Mexico.Īccording to the Koppen Climate Classification, Red River experiences a humid continental climate with influences of a subarctic climate. Also referred to as New Mexico Route 38, the 135 km long Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway passes through the town. The town is surrounded by the Carson National Forest and is located approximately 58 km from Taos and 170.5 km from Santa Fe.
Placed at an elevation of 2,643 m, Red River covers a total area of 2.64 sq. Geography Of Red River Aerial view of Red River Ski Town in New Mexico mountains. Red River serves as an ideal getaway from the hustle of busy city life and continues to amaze visitors with its magnificent beauty and engaging recreational activities. This resort town is one of the most sought-after by tourists and therefore relies mainly on tourism as the main source of income for local businesses. Red River is a beautiful resort town situated in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, which forms a part of the southern Rockies in Taos County in New Mexico, United States.
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