Curated Scenic drives route
Adobe towns, art roads & high-country light
Route preview
Northern New Mexico High Desert is a 5-day curated route with 3 destinations and 9 suggested stops. Preview stops and timing, then find it in TripsCircle Explore.
Destination 01
A concentrated gallery walk through adobe-lined lanes
cultureA focused look at the artist who made this landscape famous
cultureThe historic center for architecture, markets, and an easy first stroll
sightDestination 02
Red cliffs and trails across Georgia O’Keeffe’s northern New Mexico landscape
natureA quiet reservoir framed by mesas and cottonwoods
natureStriking pale formations reached by a short, memorable hike
adventureDestination 03
A living Native community and UNESCO World Heritage site
cultureA dramatic high-desert overlook north of town
sightA beloved adobe landmark in nearby Ranchos de Taos
cultureRoute highlights
Scenic drivesMountain overlooks, music & small-town stops
National parksBig skies, geothermal wonders & alpine lakes
Rail-friendlyCastles, lochs & the West Highland Line