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There have been a few days this spring where I swear it felt like New Mexico outside. I walked outside the other day and said, “Feels like an August morning in Santa Fe” because it was low humidity, around 80 degrees, and the breeze was a little chilly. In Houston. Weather like that makes me think of Hatch Chiles, old Adobe buildings, and endless blue skies, so I thought today we could visit about northern New Mexico, specifically Taos.
Taos is an amazing place, and old old old too. It takes it’s name from the nearby Indian Pueblo which may be the oldest inhabited communities in North America. Located in the Sangre de Cristo mountains, there is plenty to do. If you enjoy outdoors activities, almost every one that you can imagine is covered! If you like history, this place has you sorted. If you like art, good food, and a little bit of eccentric culture…come visit Taos. It’s an arty community that is not as obnoxious about it’s “weirdness” as Austin is, and I love Austin so don’t take that the wrong way. There are several RV parks and resorts in the area that can cater to whatever level of campground experience you require.
Now Taos is north of Santa Fe, and is a quick drive to all kinds of area attractions. Royal Gorge is off to the west. The steam trains in Chama are a quick day trip away. All that grogeous Georgia O’Keefe country around Abiquiu is right down the road. National Forests abound in this area as well with the Santa Fe National Forest butting up against the east side of town, the Carson National Forest to the west, Rio Grande del Norte National Monument to the north, it’s a natural paradise. And of course, if you prefer the winter activities, the ski area is renowned and located nearby to the northeast of town. To me, the best part of the humid Houston summer is leaving it behind for the New Mexico high country! Don’t forget to visit our website before you hit the trail, we’ll get you squared away.