You are in Taos with a raging desire to bicycle this popular New Mexico century---only you prefer to leisurely discover for yourself the reason New Mexicans named this the Enchanted Circle. If so we extend to you a warm invitation to join us. We will take care of arrangements for your evening's comfort in Red River, provide full support with plenty of refreshments, and our guides are available for historical and geological interpretation of tour route. Full tour fee is due at time of registration.

Day 1 Our route starts in Taos (elevation 6,950 ft.) heading east on Highway 64. Following the picturesque Rio Fernado de Taos, we gradually wind our way up to the top of Palo Flechado Pass (elevation 9,100 ft.) and into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. You will descend into the Moreno Valley with its broad sweeping vistas. This beautiful, peaceful valley was a busy and rowdy gold mining region in the late 1800's. We will pass by some of the remnants of the valley's ghost town as we begin our final climb of the day to the summit of Bobcat Pass (elevation 9,820 ft.). The scenery is spectacular as we descend into Red River (elevation 8,750 feet). Red River is another old mining town that boomed nearly a century ago when gold was discovered in surrounding mountains.

Day 2 After breakfast, we will enjoy a 13-mile downhill coast, passing the Moly Corporation molybdenum mine on our way to Questa. From Questa to Taos, you will see the Rio Grande Gorge and the broad sage-covered Taos Plateau on the western horizon. The mountain peaks of the Sangre de Cristo creates a incredible backdrop for this day ride. We will ride to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, which spans this natural wonder of northern New Mexico. The river is 600 feet below. We turn around and proceed to Taos.

Tour Reservations: For a tour reservation, please fill out a Tour Application (pdf) or contact us for more information.

Enchanted Circle Taos - Red River - Taos Start / Finish Taos, NM / Taos Details 2 days, 1 night One dinner, one breakfast, snacks 100 miles/160 kilometers Dates & Rate Dates: Your choice, self-guided tour Rate: $395 per person + NM CRS Tax Overnight Red River

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