Drive the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway
Taos, New Mexico
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Added by Jean-Claude Linossi
84 mile scenic highway through some majestic mountain peaks, beautiful valleys, and charming villages.
Start the drive at the Taos Plaza in downtown Taos. You can drive the whole loop and enjoy the beautiful scenery and small villages along the way. In the spring, there may still be snowfall, making the drive even more beautiful.
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