Explore Responsibly
Preserve the Magic of Angel Fire
How to Explore Angel Fire Responsibly
Angel Fire’s stunning mountains, pristine trails, and breathtaking landscapes make it a truly special destination. To keep our backyard beautiful for future visitors, we ask for your help in practicing “Leave No Trace” principles. Pack out what you pack in, stick to designated trails, and respect wildlife and nature. Together, we can protect the beauty of Angel Fire for generations to come!
Do the World Right
- Let’s work together today for a better tomorrow.
- Let’s waste less and enjoy more.
- Let’s not be trashy and instead reuse and recycle.
- Let’s get a java jolt with a reusable mug.
- Let’s sip beverages with a metal straw.
- Let’s offset our travel emissions.
- Let’s conserve resources by turning off lights when leaving a room, unplugging electronics and chargers when not in use and reusing towels and linens.
Do You Right
- Let’s always be prepared with sunscreen, layers and water.
- Let’s stay hydrated with our pure Rocky Mountain water from a reusable water bottle.
- Let’s care more about ourselves than the selfie.
Do Our Towns Right
- Let’s be aware of local single-use plastics bans and remember to bring reusable bags to avoid fees for disposable ones.
- Let’s come to see and not be seen.
- We are a small town with a big heart. Let’s treat local workers with kindness and respect.
Do Our Backyard Right
- Let’s take a deep breath, slow down and be respectful of others and the environment.
- Let’s keep the mountains pristine by bringing out everything we brought in.
- Let’s enjoy wildlife and nature without disrupting.
- Let’s always be careful with fire.
- Let’s tag responsibly or, even better, not at all.
Discover the Magic of Summer in Angel Fire
A summer escape to Angel Fire, New Mexico, is more than just a vacation—it’s an unforgettable adventure. With endless blue skies, cool mountain breezes, and breathtaking alpine scenery, Angel Fire offers the perfect blend of outdoor thrills and laid-back relaxation. Whether you’re hiking scenic trails, mountain biking world-class terrain, or soaking in golden sunsets, every moment here is special and worth the journey.
Trail Etiquette 101
Leave No Trace
- Pack out what you pack in.
- Dispose of trash and waste properly (that includes pet waste).
- Toilet paper is trash too. Pack it out.
Share the Trail
- Slow down, communicate and be courteous to other trail users.
- Make yourself known.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Do not disturb wildlife.
Yield to Others
- Let fellow trail users know you are coming.
- Strive to make each pass safe and courteous.
- Hikers coming uphill have the right of way. If you’re descending the trail, step aside and give space to the people climbing up.
- Bicyclists yield to hikers and horses or other pack stock, while hikers yield to horses and other pack stock.
Stay on the Trail
- Keep singletrack single and respect the surrounding environment and landscape.
- If a trail is too wet and muddy, turn back and save the hike for another day.
- Walking around a muddy trail can damage the ecosystems that surround the trail. Stay on the trail.
Be a Good Trail Steward
- Only use open, legal trails.
- Encourage your friends and family to be good trail stewards.
Be Prepared
- Plan ahead and be self-sufficient.
- Bring water, food, layers, and first aid-care.
- Start early and always have a Plan B.
