Taos
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Enchanted Circle
Taos, New Mexico
84.21 mi
/ 4987 ft gain
Enchanted Circle is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Taos, New Mexico.
Drive the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway
Taos, New Mexico
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.
Hike Devisadero Peak
U.S. Highway 64, New Mexico
5.8 mi
/ 1500 ft gain
The Basics:
8,304 foot Devisadero Peak, which literally translates to "lookout," does not actually provide a great view from its treed summit. However, this lollipop loop hike has many vantage points over the Taos Valley as it snakes up and around this foothill mountain.
To get to the trailhead: From the center stoplight near Taos Plaza, take Kit Carson St (US 64) East out of town. If you're a...
Devisadero Peak
Taos, New Mexico
5.49 mi
/ 1375 ft gain
Devisadero Peak is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Taos, New Mexico.
South Boundary 164 Trail
Taos, New Mexico
3.34 mi
/ 1070 ft gain
South Boundary 164 Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Taos, New Mexico.
South Boundary Trail
Taos, New Mexico
13.81 mi
/ 2395 ft gain
South Boundary Trail is a point-to-point trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Taos, New Mexico.
Camp out at Hotel Luna Mystica & Starlight Campground
25 ABC Mesa road, New Mexico
5.0
Located just Northwest of Taos, New Mexico you can find Hotel Luna Mystica. This is a one of a kind "hotel" site, which is just a site where you can rent out old but renovated trailers to stay in. Have you ever wanted to get a taste of the RV/Trailer life? this is the perfect place to do so. Located right next door is Taos Mesa Brewing Company that often has live music, trivia, and other activi...
Rift Valley Loop Trail
Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico
10.36 mi
/ 787 ft gain
Rift Valley Loop Trail is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico.
Traders Trail
Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico
3.35 mi
/ 361 ft gain
Traders Trail is an out-and-back trail located near Taos, New Mexico.
Places to stay
Vadito, New Mexico
Amole Canyon Group Shelter
Overview
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS / NOT OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. PROJECTED OPENING 2020The Amole Group Shelter is located immedi...
Vadito, New Mexico
Agua Piedra Campground
Overview
Agua Piedra, located in the Carson National Forest, is nestled near the Rio Pueblo and Agua Piedra Creek. The campground contain...
Red River, New Mexico
Columbine Campground (Nm)
Overview
Columbine Campground is located between Questa and Red River, New Mexico. The Red River flows past the campground and a trailhea...
Old Gem Farm Camp
Canvas glamping tent on 7 acre working farm surrounded by Carson National Forrest. Secluded treed camping area nestled between Trampas Ri...
From $88 / night
Red River, New Mexico
Elephant Rock Campground
Overview
Elephant Rock Campground has excellent fishing access to the well-stocked Red River, nearby Eagle Rock Lake and hiking into the ...
Vadito, New Mexico
Santa Barbara Campground
Overview
Santa Barbara Campground is situated nicely on the edge of the Pecos Wilderness area and next to Rio Santa Barbara, a beautiful ...
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