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6 of the Best Scenic Drives in New Mexico
The northern region of our state is full of some of the most beautiful sights in the Land of Enchantment. The beautiful mountains, striking forests, andmajestic plateausprovide incredible scenery that is second to none inthe Southwest. You can see all of this and more on one of thescenic drives in New Mexico. Trust us; you won’t want to miss out on one of these.
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You Need to Travel These IncredibleScenic Drives in New Mexico
The Turquoise Trail
TheTurquoise Trailis a great day trip from Santa Fe to Albuquerque, especially if you fly in and out of AlbuquerqueSunport.There are three fantastic small town stops along the way that each have their own unique feel. The Sandia Peak tram overlooking New Mexico’s largest city provides excellent views.
Enchanted CircleScenic Byway
TheEnchanted Circle Scenic Bywaytakes you on an incredible journey through the beautiful mountains surrounding Taos.NM 522, NM 38, and US 64combine to form a loop around the Sangre de CristoMountains with severalgreat places to stop and hike like Arroyo Hondo and Red River. Take in the gorgeousscenery of Bobcat Pass and the Moreno Valley during this sensational adventure.
PuyeCliffs Scenic Byway
PuyeCliffs Scenic Bywaymay only be an eight-mile trip, but theincredible views of the Jemez Mountains in the distance are incredible. Plus, you can get out and explore theseancient cliff dwellings.
Jemez Mountain TrailNationalScenic Byway
The stunning Jemez Mountains sit northwest ofSanta Fe andofferone of the bestscenic drivesin New Mexico.Head up through Los Alamos or White Rockto access roadslike Highway 4 that weave and wind through deep gorgeous, Jemez Springs, and tons of hiking trails (some with hot springs at the end)!
Santa Fe National Forest Scenic Byway
TheSanta Fe National Forest Scenic Bywayis a 15-mile stretch of road that runs from the city up to the Santa Fe Ski Area in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.Head up Hyde Park Road to enjoy a collage of aspens, evergreens, anda smattering of foliage in the fall.
High Road to Taos
If you want to enjoy one a fun day trip from Santa Fe, take theHigh Road to Taos. This byway is one of the best scenic drives inNew Mexico andis full ofbeautiful sights and fascinating history. Stop in Chimayoto see the Santuario de Chimayo before heading to Taos to see the Saint Francis Plaza and the Taos Puebloamong other historical sites.
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