Classic New Mexico First Trip
A balanced route through Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos, pueblos, museums, food, and mountain scenery.
Recommended length: 4–6 days
Major stops
- Albuquerque
- Santa Fe
- Bandelier
- Taos
- Rio Grande Gorge
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Start With a Classic
Southern New Mexico Desert Loop
A road trip through white dunes, desert mountains, caves, small towns, and southern New Mexico scenery.
Recommended length: 3–5 days
Major stops
- White Sands
- Cloudcroft
- Las Cruces
- Organ Mountains
- Carlsbad Caverns
Northern New Mexico Mountain Trip
A scenic route through red rock country, high desert villages, mountain towns, art, and dramatic views.
Recommended length: 4–7 days
Major stops
- Santa Fe
- Abiquiú
- Ghost Ranch
- Chama
- Taos
Weird New Mexico Road Trip
A stranger route through roadside attractions, ghost towns, UFO lore, folk art, and offbeat desert stops.
Recommended length: 3–6 days
Major stops
- Roswell
- Tinkertown
- Madrid
- Truth or Consequences
- Very Large Array
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