Thanks to Interstate Highway 25, (I-25), one can drive from Santa Fe to Albuquerque in about an hour, but there is a scenic alternative that follows historic pioneer trails. Following the Turquoise Trail, we'll swing by the towns of Los Cerrillos, Madrid and Golden. There is even a stop at Tiny Town to see
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This picturesque and extraordinarily varied circular – or, more correctly, triangular route – makes its way north from historic Silver City through the dense woodland of Gila National Forest to the 13th dwellings of the Mogollon people. For the return journey, the Trail of the Mountain Spirits takes you through beautiful green rural countryside before
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Tread in the footsteps of the West's most famous outlaw and pay your respects to the nation's favorite bear. This drive follows two of the three sides of the beautiful Billy the Kid Scenic Byway, taking in the town of Lincoln, site of the infamous Lincoln County War, calling in at the final resting place of
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The western most section of the Texas Mountain Trail presents pictographs on the rocky Hueco Tanks, and then cruises through an expanse of salt flats, to the Guadalupe Mountains National Park. Turning north into New Mexico (the 'Land of Enchantment') for a quick visit to
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If you are headed to Taos, New Mexico from the east, this route lives up to the state slogan - Land of Enchantment. You'll drive on portions of several historic roads and trails and through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains before dropping into the
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Long inhabited by humans, Taos, New Mexico is an intriguing mix of history, culture and adventure. Exploring Taos and the nearby area on foot is an excellent way to see and appreciate the many choices that are here. From a leisurely amble through a labyrinth and walks through Native American and
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Travel east from Albuquerque to Santa Rosa, following portions of historic Route 66, capturing the flavor of the Mother Road and the high desert of New Mexico.
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230 miles - About 8 hours
113 miles - 5 hours
102 miles - 2 to 3 hours
300 miles - About 10 hours
145 Miles - Allow 4-5 hours with stops
144 miles. Allow four hours with stops.
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