The Birth Of Angel Fire, NM

One of the youngest towns in New Mexico Is Angel Fire. Before being established in the 1860's by Lucien B. Maxwell and Christopher (Kit) Carson this land was once home to the nomadic Moache Ute and the Jicarilla Apache tribes. They spent the fall and summer months enjoying the vast mountain land and called it " fire of the gods" due to the sun setting behind Auga Fria Peak looking like fire on the mountain. In 1885 Carson gave it the name Angel Fire.

In the mid 1800's Maxwell acquiredand a 1.7 million acre property which became known as the Maxwell Land Grant. In 1867 gold was discovered on Mount Baldy and even though it was private property, it was soon filled with prospectors searching for gold.

In 1918 Charles and Frank Springer (Owners of the SH Ranch) Built the Eagle Nest dam, taming the Cimarron river and conserving water for Colfax County.

In 1954 Roy and George LeBus, bought the 9,000 acre Monte Verde Ranch and in 1956 purchased another 14,000 acres from the Maxwell Land Grant Company. Ten years after the purchase, it was decided that they would transform it into a Resort Community, keeping the name Angel Fire.

In 1966 construction began and after 18 months, the first ski runs were cut. A 9 hole golf course was also constructed and Monte Verde Lake was ready for visitors. Word spread quickly of the new resort which put a demand in for more accommodations. In 1971 the first condos were built, Because of the growing population and the need to take on more investors, the LeBus family sold the resort to the Baca Grande Angel Fire Corporation, retaining 1000 acres of the original land for themselves.

Over the years, the resort was sold several times. In 1996 most areas of dispute were finally settled and now Angel Fire is the Resort you know today comprising of four season fun the whole family can enjoy. So stop by and check out the majestic Moreno Valley and learn more about the rich history this valley has to offer!

While visiting the lush Moreno Valley you might like it so much you choose to stay! If so, allow New Mexico Mountain Properties , located at the blinking light in Angel Fire, assist you with locating that perfect piece of Angel Fire Real Estate. Our agents go that extra mile so you don't have to, Our scenic land for sale in Angel Fire will offer you that gorgeous mountain view and our Angel Fire homes for sale offer all the comforts of family living, if you prefer to be next to all the action, then our Angel Fire condos might better suit you. So call us at 575-377-2626 or 575-770-3306 and speak directly to our Broker. Whatever your looking for, we're here to help so let us serve and welcome you to the alluring Moreno Valley.

Springtime in the Enchanted Circle

If you are looking to get away from the everyday, look no further than the Enchanted Circle in Northeastern New Mexico!

The mountains are in full bloom and the local wildlife is out and about. You can enjoy beautiful mountain hikes throughout the entire area and enjoy all the beauty that this amazing area has to offer. Along with the hiking you can also enjoy fishing, camping, golf, bike trails, and most of all exploring this majestic area. There is also so much rich history and culture to learn about like, the history of Elizabethtown, the mysterious mountain hum in Taos, Wheeler Peak, the highest mountain in New Mexico, Gold Rush days on Mount Baldy, The Taos Pueblo, and so much more. So come to the Enchanted Circle and see what you can discover.

While enjoying this magnificent area you might like it so much that you choose to stay forever, or perhaps to come back whenever you want and have a place of your own to stay. If you do, let New Mexico Mountain Properties be your Real Estate destination for real estate in Taos and Angel Fire. With offices in Taos and Angel Fire, our knowledgable brokers can assist you with finding homes for sale in Taos and Angel Fire or perhaps you would like to build your dream home on the fabulous land for sale in Angel Fire and Taos. We also offer condos in both the Taos Ski Valley and the Angel Fire Ski Mountain.

If it's privacy and green living you want, you can find that with our unique Earthship homes for sale in Taos. Whatever your wants or needs we can help you find it. Our dedicated and warm staff will go that extra mile to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for.....so give us a call at 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 in Taos or speak to a Broker directly at 575-770-3306 we are here to serve and welcome you to this truly enchanted area.