Hi folks, looking for some advice on which area to visit for a few nights. We'd be departing the Farmington, NM area (want to see the Bisti Badlands) and basically having a hard time deciding on which area to pick. We simply like scenery, brief hikes (like 4 or 5 miles tops), & peace & quiet by a campfire (if no burn bans of course) in early May 2022. I'm sure my wife wouldn't mind shopping at some botiques.

BobI know that you are probably looking for more guidance then this but both are great spots with lots of history. Taos is a smaller town while Santa Fe is a city. If I were you I would read up on both and see what interests you the most. We cant help you with RV parks in Taos but if you stay in Santa Fe I would do Santa Fe Skies. The New Mexican food is fantastic throughout the entire area. Enjoy your trip.

We haven't been to Taos in many years but we go to Santa Fe every few years. So much history and things to do and see there. Take in the history. A quick Google search will help.THIS will give you an idea of hiking trails in the area.Visit the farmers market if it still exist, the plaza in old downtown, and try some excellent New Mexican food at The Blue Corn Cafe a few blocks from the plaza.

Taos has better scenery and is closer to Red River and other mountain areas for fishing, hiking, etc. Taos is smaller, quieter, and just as crowded as Santa Fe.Taos weather in May could be 85 and sunny or 35 and snowy.Santa Fe would be best for shopping, dining, and history. And crowds. Should be warm days and cool nights in May.

COE water and electricSurrounding attractions include:Abiquiu Lake Recreation AreaGhost RanchGeorgia O'Keeffe MuseumSan Pedro WildernessCumbres Toltec RailroadChaco CanyonBandelier National MoumentTaos and Santa Fe, N.M.

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IDman
Explorer
Dec 08, 2021
Taos has better scenery and is closer to Red River and other mountain areas for fishing, hiking, etc. Taos is smaller, quieter, and just as crowded as Santa Fe.
Taos weather in May could be 85 and sunny or 35 and snowy.

Santa Fe would be best for shopping, dining, and history. And crowds. Should be warm days and cool nights in May.
2112
Explorer II
Dec 08, 2021
We haven't been to Taos in many years but we go to Santa Fe every few years. So much history and things to do and see there. Take in the history. A quick Google search will help.

THIS will give you an idea of hiking trails in the area.

Visit the farmers market if it still exist, the plaza in old downtown, and try some excellent New Mexican food at The Blue Corn Cafe a few blocks from the plaza.
Bob___Ann
Explorer
Dec 08, 2021
Bob
I know that you are probably looking for more guidance then this but both are great spots with lots of history. Taos is a smaller town while Santa Fe is a city. If I were you I would read up on both and see what interests you the most. We cant help you with RV parks in Taos but if you stay in Santa Fe I would do Santa Fe Skies. The New Mexican food is fantastic throughout the entire area. Enjoy your trip.

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