Ensenada blends quiet, high-country living with easy access to adventure and small-town conveniences. Residents enjoy big-sky views of the Brazos Cliffs and quick trips to nearby Chama for coffee, groceries, and seasonal events. The community’s pace is unhurried, yet weekends fill up quickly with fishing poles, hiking boots, and creative projects in the workshop.
Outdoors, it’s tough to top the local lineup. Glassy coves and kokanee salmon draw anglers and paddlers to Heron Lake State Park, while golden aspens and broad shorelines make El Vado Lake State Park a favorite for camping and boating. History and scenery meet on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a National Historic Landmark that winds over high trestles and through mountain meadows. Trail lovers roam the Carson National Forest, and wildlife watchers head to the Edward Sargent Wildlife Management Area to spot elk at dawn.
Families are served by Chama Valley Independent Schools, with small classes and strong community involvement. Essential services and permitting are handled through Rio Arriba County, and broader shopping, dining, and arts are an easy day trip to Taos. Housing options range from secluded acreage and cabin-style retreats to in-town homes with mountain and valley views, appealing to year-round residents and second-home owners alike.
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