High Road To Taos Is Best Scenic Byway For Fall Foliage In New Mexico

While the Land of Enchantment is home to many beautiful landscapes, it can be hard to pick the best way to peep the fall foliage as we roll into autumn. This scenic byway isn’t just the best place to see the trees change colors, it’s also an amazing way to experience some of New Mexico’s most beautiful towns and attractions. From old ancient pueblos, to Spanish villages, and a low road along the Rio Grande, this relaxing winding road is the best way to watch the leaves change colors, and see our deserts, mountains, and everything in between from a road up high.

This beautiful scenic road from Santa Fe to Taos is one of the best ways to see New Mexico’s fall colors, and all of the charm the Land of Enchantment has to offer.

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Highway NM 76 is home to the scenic byway known as the High Road to Taos.

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Along this 56-mile winding road, you’ll find some of New Mexico’s greatest treasures.

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Traveling gracefully through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, you’ll drive upon the high desert through many mountains, forests, and small farms.

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This official scenic byway passes through the small and historic Spanish Land Grant villages and astounding Pueblo Indian villages. There are plenty of places to stop and see art, grab a bite to eat, and take in the views.

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The “low road” of this scenic byway runs through the valleys and canyons along the Rio Grande river, offering an incredible view as our trees start to change colors.

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Passing through over a dozen of New Mexico’s most interesting towns, this winding highway is the best way to see and experience New Mexico like never before.

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Have you traveled along the High Road? What’s your favorite part of the experience? We’d love to hear it in the comments, and don’t forget to share photos from your adventures with us in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group, or tag us on Instagram by tagging #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to be featured!