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About UsLike the valley we reside in, you will find the Lodge has a unique history, marked by the recurring theme that each
subsequent owner had one desire: to live in Red River. For those of us not so fortunate to dwell in the lovely valley, the Golden Eagle provides a home away from home.
The current operators, Jerry and
Marla Vowell, go out of their way to not only provide quality service, but create an atmosphere of warmth, hearth and heart. And like the Lodge, they too have their own story. When visiting the lodge be sure to ask them about how they moved to Red River from Texas.
The people who visit here,
the Vowell's, and the Lodge itself, all of our stories intersect. Contribute yours to the Golden Eagle Experience.
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| History
The Golden Eagle Lodge was built in the mid-1960's by Mr. and Mrs. Earl Stults. They were from Richardson, Texas and enjoyed their time in Red River; they built the Golden Eagle so they could live in Red River full time and earn a living.
They operated the excellent Lodge until 1975 when they sold it to Eddie and Barbara Dry. Eddie Dry was a professor at Baylor University in Waco, TX and had been taking church groups to Red River for several years. Eddie and his wife Barbara
decided they would like to live full time in Red River and purchased the Golden Eagle. They operated the Lodge for several years. Eddie developed expertise in tourism and began teaching at the University of New Mexico in the 1980's; they
employed managers to operate the Lodge during this time.
In 1997, the Drys decided to consolidate their investments in Albuquerque and sold the Lodge to Jim Truitt and Richard Scott, both on the faculty at Baylor University and
former employers of Eddie Dry. Truitt and Scott immediately began a complete renovation of the Golden Eagle. They continue to upgrade the grand Lodge. During the tenure of their ownership, they have leased the Lodge to the capable and
caring operators Jerry and Marla Vowell to help build upon the Golden Eagle Lodge's rich heritage.
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| Location
You would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful setting than Red River, New Mexico to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. For the history buffs, Red River is rich in frontier lore and excitement. For the outdoorsman, fishing, hunting, hiking, rafting, skiing (and we could go on and on here), are available at every turn. If these options seem too rustic, don't forget Red River's legendary shopping. At the Golden Eagle, you have the option of cooking and eating in or you can enjoy a wide variety of eating experiences.
If that isn`t enough to keep you busy, visit the world-famous galleries, museums and specialty shops in nearby Taos, New Mexico or drive around the Enchanted Circle scenic byway.
Explore the beauty and wonder of Red River. Explore the Golden Eagle experience.
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| Getting Here
The Golden Eagle is on the East end of Main St. at the "Y". Also known as Hwy 578 or the upper valley road. We are located on the left side of the road going toward the upper valley, just past the cut off to Bob Cat Pass. .
Click on link below. Enter your starting location. Enter 1100 East Main, Red River NM. 87558 as the ending location.
Then Press Get Directions
http://www.mapquest.com/directions
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