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Wheeler Peak

Mountain peak · Taos County ·

Wheeler Peak

Mountain peak · Taos County ·
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This 84-mile Scenic Drive Is Called the ‘Enchanted Circle’—and It’s Most Magical During the Fall

"As the state’s tallest mountain, Wheeler Peak sits at the center of the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, and I noted that the route circles the peak." - Taryn White Taryn White Taryn White is a D.C.-based travel writer who covers a wide range of topics, including family travel, hotels, food, aviation, beaches, historical and cultural topics, and wellness travel. She can often be spotted around the world with her husband and two travel-loving kids. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Scenic mountain peak with challenging hikes, alpine lakes, wildlife

high altitude
rocky trail
intense wind
strenuous hike
well marked trail
snowy
stargazing
Google Rating
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Scenic mountain peak with challenging hikes, alpine lakes, wildlife

high altitude
rocky trail
intense wind
strenuous hike
well marked trail
snowy
stargazing
Google Rating
4.8 (150)
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New Mexico 87525 Get directions

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