Wild Rivers Back Country Scenic Byway
Map

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Byway Standard Map Link to Latir Peak Wilderness Link to Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River Link to Wheeler Peak Wilderness Link to Carson National Forest Link to Carson National Forest Link to Wild Rivers Backway Link to NM

Note: Highlighted byway routes shown on maps of All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways correspond to designations made by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. State designations may differ.

Getting to the Byway

  • From Taos travel north on NM 68 (Paseo del Pueblo Norte) to the beginning of NM 522 and drive north for 20 miles to the village of Questa. Continue north on 522 for an additional 3 miles and make a left turn onto NM 378, following signs for Wild Rivers Recreation Area. You will drive through the community of Cerro; the Byway begins at the west end of town.
  • If you are coming from Red River, travel west on NM 38 to Questa, turn right (north) onto NM 522, and follow directions above.
  • If you are coming in from Colorado, continue south from the State Line for 18 miles and turn left onto NM 378.