Ride through the seasons as you journey from pine forest to snow-capped peaks.
The Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway goes across some of the most spectacular peaks in New Mexico at the southern end of the Rockies in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. This route circles the state’s tallest mountain—Wheeler Peak at 13,167 ft. Begin the loop in Taos Pueblo and continue through Red River, Questa, Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, and over the state’s highest road—Bobcat Pass at 9,820 ft. The other mountain pass is Palo Flechado at 9,112 ft. Ride through the seasons as you journey from pine forest to snow-capped peaks. “It’s a spectacular three seasons ride, but especially in the fall,” says local cyclist, Bruce Horowitz.