Road Trips from Hobbs, NM
Planning a road trip from Hobbs, NM? You've got options ranging from shorter, direct drives to longer hauls with multiple park opportunities. Several routes offer a similar drive score and terrain, perfect for a day trip. If you're looking for a longer adventure, there are longer drives that allow for overnight stays and access to several national monuments, making them ideal for a weekend escape.
Total Routes
22
Shortest
5.9h
With Parks Nearby
17
Weekend trip
16 total in this range
Silver City, NM
7h 16m384.6 mi one way
This route is the longest day trip option, covering 384.6 miles and taking 7.3 hours. It features high-altitude sections with notable climbs, offering a different driving experience than the shorter day trips. While it doesn't list specific parks nearby, it's a solid choice if you want a substantial drive without an overnight commitment.
Tome, NM
7h 3m347.1 mi one way
At 347.1 miles and 7.1 hours, this drive is a good middle ground for a day trip from Hobbs. It shares the same drive score and terrain profile as many other Hobbs departures, featuring high-altitude sections and climbs. You'll pass near Petroglyph National Monument, adding a cultural stop to your journey.
Valencia, NM
6h 56m338.1 mi one way
This 338.1-mile, 6.9-hour drive is one of the shortest day trip options from Hobbs. It matches the common 'Mixed highway & surface' profile with high-altitude sections and climbs. Like Tome, it offers proximity to Petroglyph National Monument, making it a convenient choice for a day of driving and exploration.
Laguna, NM
7h 12m361.9 mi one way
Covering 361.9 miles and taking 7.2 hours, this route is another strong day trip contender. Its terrain includes high-altitude sections with climbs, and it's a mixed highway and surface drive. Proximity to Petroglyph National Monument makes it a good option for accessing historical sites on a single-day excursion.
Jemez Pueblo, NM
7h 21m357.6 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
6 total in this range
Spencerville, NM
9h 52m492.5 mi one way
For an overnight trip, Spencerville is a great choice at 492.5 miles and 9.9 hours. This longer drive, with a drive score of 9, is notable for its access to multiple parks: Aztec Ruins National Monument, Petroglyph National Monument, and Chaco Culture National Historical Park. The terrain includes high-altitude sections with climbs.
Waterflow, NM
10h 14m509.5 mi one way
This is the longest option at 509.5 miles and 10.2 hours, designed for an overnight stay. It's labeled a 'Long-haul drive' with a score of 9. Similar to other longer routes, it includes high-altitude sections with climbs and offers access to Petroglyph National Monument, Aztec Ruins National Monument, and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Lee Acres, NM
9h 36m483.6 mi one way
Lee Acres is a substantial overnight trip, spanning 483.6 miles and taking 9.6 hours. This drive, with a score of 9, features high-altitude sections and climbs. It provides access to three significant national sites: Petroglyph National Monument, Aztec Ruins National Monument, and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Aztec, NM
9h 46m488.7 mi one way
Aztec, NM is a solid overnight destination at 488.7 miles and 9.8 hours. This 'Mixed highway & surface' drive has a score of 9 and includes high-altitude terrain with climbs. It's a good choice for accessing Aztec Ruins National Monument, Petroglyph National Monument, and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Gallup, NM
8h 45m453.8 mi one way
Gallup is a 453.8-mile, 8.8-hour overnight option. This drive, with a score of 9, offers high-altitude sections and climbs. It stands out for its proximity to El Malpais National Monument and El Morro National Monument, in addition to Petroglyph National Monument, making it ideal for exploring multiple natural and historical landscapes.
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Silver City, NM
7h 16m384.6 mi one way
Tome, NM
7h 3m347.1 mi one way
Valencia, NM
6h 56m338.1 mi one way
Laguna, NM
7h 12m361.9 mi one way
Silver City, NM
7h 16m384.6 mi one way
Aztec, NM
9h 46m488.7 mi one way
Gallup, NM
8h 45m453.8 mi one way
Taos Pueblo, NM
7h 56m368 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The terrain features high-altitude sections, suitable for driving year-round. Spring offers pleasant temperatures for exploring nearby parks.
Summer
High-altitude sections with climbs are part of the drive. Summer offers the warmest weather for park visits.
Fall
Expect high-altitude sections with climbs on these routes. Fall provides cooler weather for driving and outdoor exploration.
Winter
The drives include high-altitude terrain with climbs. Winter conditions can vary, so check weather for driving and park access.
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