![]() ![]() Drive Time and Distance of the High Road to Taos: More information is available on San Francisco de Asis at the end of this article. This is only several hundred yards from the intersections of NM 518 and 68. A Side Trip From the High Road to Taos:īefore reaching Taos on NM Route 68, turn left onto that route and follow signs for the church of San Francisco de Asis. Turn left and continue on NM 518 for approximately 16 miles to Ranchos de Taos, then turn right onto NM Route 68 for 3 miles to Taos. Continue 6.5 miles to the junction of NM 518. Afterward, rejoin County Road 98 right for about 1 mile to NM Route 76 turn right.Īfter passing through several villages NM Route 76 intersects with NM Route 75 turn right. Here, go left and continue about 2.5 miles to Santuario de Chimayo. Route 503 continues 7.5 miles to County Road 98 (Juan Medina Road). The scenery between these villages is simply amazing with plenty of spots to pull in for great photos.įrom Santa Fe, drive north on US Highway 285/84 for approximately 16 miles to NM Route 503, or Nambe Road go right. Several of these villages are worthy of a stop for galleries, adobe churches and a glimpse of small town Northern New Mexico life. See High Road to Taos Directions below.įrom Santa Fe, the High Road to Taos begins in Pojoaque and climbs the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, passing through Spanish Land Grant villages. ![]() NOTE: Many sources claim this route begins just east of Española the High Road to Taos begins east of Pojoaque on NM Route 503 and continues from there. Also, visit three hot springs near Taos after your drive the box above links to these and other geothermal pools in New Mexico. The Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway is great day trip from Taos that’ll have you back to town in time for dinner! See the box above for a link to our article on this and other routes. The High Road to Taos will leave you looking for more scenic drives in New Mexico, and we have one for you. Please see our Disclaimer for full information. From quirky and historical to iconic and majestic, New Mexico is certainly loaded with attractions.ĭisclosure: This article contains affiliate links to products and services whereby we receive a nominal commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Need more of the Land of Enchantment? See our article on 20 things to do in New Mexico. ![]()
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