Road Trips from Enchanted Hills, NM
Heading out from Enchanted Hills this weekend? You've got a solid mix of short hops and longer hauls. Most options keep you on mostly highway, ideal for covering ground efficiently. Several short drives under an hour get you to places with nearby parks like Petroglyph National Monument. If you're looking to go further, there are several options around the 4-5 hour mark, offering different terrain and more extensive park access, making them great for a longer weekend trip.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
11
Under 2 hours
Weekend trip
11 total in this range
Roswell, NM
4h 11m215.6 mi one way
Roswell offers the longest drive at 215.6 miles and 4.2 hours, with an excellent drive score of 9. This route is a mix of highway and surface roads. Petroglyph National Monument is accessible, and the terrain includes high-altitude sections with climbs.
Berino, NM
4h 40m264 mi one way
Berino is a substantial 264-mile trip taking 4.7 hours, featuring a drive score of 8. This route is primarily highway and includes access to Petroglyph National Monument. Expect high-altitude terrain with notable climbs.
Vado, NM
4h 32m259.6 mi one way
At 259.6 miles and 4.5 hours, Vado offers a long drive with a drive score of 8. Predominantly highway, this route also provides access to Petroglyph National Monument. The terrain involves high-altitude sections and climbs.
Silver City, NM
5h 24m256.4 mi one way
Silver City is a 256.4-mile drive that will take about 5.4 hours, with a solid drive score of 8. This mostly highway route includes Petroglyph National Monument nearby. The terrain presents high-altitude areas with climbs.
Santa Clara, NM
5h 8m247.9 mi one way
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Roswell, NM
4h 11m215.6 mi one way
Berino, NM
4h 40m264 mi one way
Vado, NM
4h 32m259.6 mi one way
Silver City, NM
5h 24m256.4 mi one way
Roswell, NM
4h 11m215.6 mi one way
Silver City, NM
5h 24m256.4 mi one way
Mesilla, NM
4h 21m247.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives offer high-altitude terrain with climbs. Nearby parks like Petroglyph National Monument are accessible, providing opportunities for outdoor exploration.
Summer
The summer months are suitable for exploring routes with high-altitude sections and climbs. Parks remain accessible for longer day trips.
Fall
Fall offers scenic high-altitude drives with climbs. Nearby parks are accessible, making it a good time for a road trip before winter.
Winter
Winter travel on these routes involves high-altitude sections and climbs. Park accessibility may vary, so check conditions before heading out.
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