RED RIVER LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Perched Above the Latir: Winter Nights in a 20‑Foot Yurt
A semi‑primitive winter yurt on Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area trails for up to eight people — this guide explains the facilities, access, and what to pack.
Perched Above the Latir: Winter Nights in a 20‑Foot Yurt.
The Latir 20‑foot yurt sits on a ledge above the trails near Red River, New Mexico, offering a semi‑primitive but comfortable backcountry shelter with a front‑porch view of the Latir Wilderness; in winter it’s accessible by ski or snowshoe and accommodates up to eight guests.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Front‑porch outlook on the Latir Wilderness
The yurt sits on a ledge with a direct view of the Latir Wilderness from its front porch, giving a compact backcountry basecamp feel while remaining close to groomed Enchanted Forest trails.
Semi‑primitive comfort for groups
A 20‑foot diameter yurt outfitted with a wood stove (wood provided), a dining table, kitchen area with a three‑burner propane stove, a propane lantern, a port‑a‑potty and sleeping space for up to eight on two twin and three double futon sofa beds.
Self‑transport and gear logistics
Guests must ski or snowshoe to the yurt in winter; the operator supplies a large gear pulk for hauling equipment and offers optional gear delivery for $50 (gear must fit in a 5x3x2 foot sled).
What the day feels like
What the stay feels like
Expect upscale camping rather than hotel service: arrive by ski or snowshoe, unload into a compact, wood‑stove‑heated communal space, cook on the propane stove, and sleep in futon beds you outfit with your own bedding; nights remain cold enough that a 0º (or colder) sleeping bag is recommended.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this yurt suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your own bedding and a sleeping bag rated to 0º or colder, food, personal water (melting snow is used for drinking water in winter but operators recommend one gallon per person per day), and transport (ski or snowshoe); kitchenware, a three‑burner propane stove and a propane lantern are provided in the yurt.
In winter the operator supplies a large gear pulk to help move equipment; gear delivery is available for $50 — gear must fit within a 5x3x2 foot sled, so pack accordingly.
Heat is provided by a wood stove (wood provided); the yurt uses a port‑a‑potty and has a basic kitchen area — it remains a camping experience, not a hotel room.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can stay in the Latir yurt?
Occupancy is up to eight people.
Are dogs allowed in the Latir yurt in winter?
No — dogs are not allowed in this yurt during winter; the operator notes another yurt (the Glade Yurt) for guests who wish to bring a pet.
What are the winter rates?
Winter 2024/2025 rates start at $100 (Sunday–Thursday), $140 (Friday & Saturday), and $180 for listed holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year, Martin Luther King and Presidents' Day holidays).
Do I need to bring water?
Yes — drinking water in winter is obtained by melting snow, or you can bring bottled gallon jugs; the operator recommends one gallon per person per day to get started.
Is bedding provided?
No — guests must supply their own bedding and sleeping bags; a sleeping bag rated to 0º (or colder) is highly recommended for winter stays.
What cooking and lighting are available?
The yurt includes a kitchen area with some cooking supplies and a three‑burner propane stove, plus a propane lantern; guests should bring any additional food and personal cooking items they require.
Can I have my gear delivered?
Yes — the operator offers gear delivery for $50; gear must fit within a 5x3x2 foot sled.