Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway
Trail head · Taos Ski Valley ·

Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway

Trail head · Taos Ski Valley ·

Scenic byway loop through Northern New Mexico starting in Taos

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Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525 Get directions

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Jan 26, 2026

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

"Covering 84 miles in northern New Mexico and circling Wheeler Peak, the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway reaches high elevations, so I encountered cooler temperatures and rapidly changing weather conditions; to see peak fall foliage, now is the best time to visit." - 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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Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway