Discover East Texas like never before on a peaceful hot air balloon flight above Henderson’s Piney Woods. Enjoy breathtaking views, a post-flight toast, and a personalized certificate.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required; able to stand for the duration of the flight and climb into the basket.
Wildlife
History
Henderson has roots dating back to the 19th century as a logging and trade hub in East Texas.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to protect the Piney Woods ecosystem, including promoting sustainable tourism and forest preservation.
Pagosa Adventure
Discover East Texas like never before on a peaceful hot air balloon flight above Henderson’s Piney Woods. Enjoy breathtaking views, a post-flight toast, and a personalized certificate.
Pagosa Adventure operates hot air balloon flights and paired river activities based in Church Rock, New Mexico, serving Pagosa Springs and nearby regions. The company offers a diverse slate of experiences that combine aerial sightseeing with on-the-water fun, including private flights, group red rock journeys, sunrise and mid-week options, celebration flights, and integrated Fly & Float packages.
Several flight options include a post-flight celebratory toast and a personalized flight certificate; select trips add continental breakfast or special treats such as chocolate-covered strawberries. Flight durations vary by offering, with examples ranging from approximately 30 minutes for private or celebration flights to 45–60 minutes for extended private flights in East Texas.
Pagosa Adventure lists trips that launch over the San Juan Mountains and nearby landscapes, as well as distinct East Texas flights operating over the Piney Woods and historic Henderson, Texas. Water activities include tubing on the San Juan River and downtown rafting featuring Class II–III rapids, such as the Pagosa Springs Town Run.
Trip names and core summaries are published for each offering, including Private Flight for Two, Red Rock Balloon Airstream Group, East Texas Private Flights, Celebration Flight, Fly and Float–TUBING, Fly & Float–RAFTING, Sunrise Flight, Mid Week Flight, and Pagosa Springs Town Run. Customers should consult the business’s booking channels and listings to confirm availability, specific inclusions, safety policies, and pricing before booking.
Location
Church Rock, NM
Based in Church Rock, serving Pagosa Springs
Scenic Routes
San Juan Mountains
Flights launch over mountain vistas
Included Extras
Certificates Included
Personalized flight certificates provided
Tours Offered
11 Tours
Aerial and water-based experiences listed
Reserve sunrise flights, private rides, or combined balloon-and-water excursions from Church Rock, New Mexico — availability varies, so confirm dates and inclusions when booking.
Arrive Early for Safety Briefing
Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes early to attend the pre-flight safety briefing and meet your pilot.
Dress in Layers
Temperatures can vary in the morning sky, so layered clothing helps you stay comfortable throughout your flight.
Prepare for Early Morning Flights
Flights typically take off around sunrise for optimal weather conditions, so plan accordingly for early wake-up times.
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
Closed-toe shoes provide stability during takeoff and landing on uneven terrain.
Layered Clothing
Keeps you comfortable as temperatures change during the flight.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture breathtaking aerial views during your flight.
Closed-Toe Shoes
Provides safety during takeoff and landing on uneven ground.
Sunglasses
Helpful for reducing glare during sunny flights.
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