Road Trips from Hobbs, NM
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
26
Shortest
1.3h
With Parks Nearby
12
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
17 total in this range
Silver City, NM
7h 16m384.6 mi one way
Valencia, NM
6h 56m338.1 mi one way
Laguna, NM
7h 12m361.9 mi one way
Mesquite, NM
4h 58m265.8 mi one way
Berino, NM
4h 52m257.9 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
Spencerville, NM
9h 52m492.5 mi one way
Lee Acres, NM
9h 36m483.6 mi one way
Aztec, NM
9h 46m488.7 mi one way
Waterflow, NM
10h 14m509.5 mi one way
Navajo, NM
9h 46m442.9 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Silver City, NM
7h 16m384.6 mi one way
Valencia, NM
6h 56m338.1 mi one way
Laguna, NM
7h 12m361.9 mi one way
Mesquite, NM
4h 58m265.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Avoid low-desert routes at midday; pick mountain destinations instead.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Desert driving is at its best — cool days, clear light.
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