A Driving Tour
Enchanted Circle
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The scenery around Taos rises from high desert plateau with its sagebrush and yucca plants to the forested Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The Enchanted Circle tour follows a National Forest Scenic Byway through some of the area’s most breathtaking landscapes. Circumnavigating the highest point in New Mexico, Wheeler Peak (13,161 ft/ 4,011 m), it continues through the ruggedly beautiful Carson National Forest. Lakes and hiking trails lie off the tour, which passes through a number of small towns.
EXPERIENCE Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico
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Distance 111 miles (179 km)
Starting point North of Taos on Hwy 522, continuing east and south on Hwys 38 & 64
Stopping-off point Eagle Nest
Terrain While the main roads offer smooth driving, bear in mind that many sights are located on dirt tracks and minor roads