Take This Road Trip To The 6 Most Eye-Popping Wildflower Fields In New Mexico

You don’t have to travel too far to bask in the beauty of New Mexico. In fact, in just under eight hours, you can capture some of the most beautiful, stunning wildflower fields that the Land of Enchantment has to offer. If you truly want to experience these gorgeous landscapes, spend a few days on this wildflower trail and give yourself time to hike and explore these eye-popping fields. The New Mexico wildflowers you’ll see along the way are absolutely gorgeous and a great way to celebrate the warm weather months.

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Tres Piedras Canyon, New Mexico 87577, USA

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Looking for "flower fields near me?" The Carson National Forest is just one of the five main forests in the Land of Enchantment. The forest in the Tres Piedras area offers incredible mountain views and fields of wildflowers for you to enjoy. You can find dozens of hikes throughout the Carson National Forest for every skill level. Read more about Carson National Forest in Tres Piedras and a scenic drive through the park.

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Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico, USA

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Bandelier National Monument may become one of your favorite stops on your road trip. This National Monument includes 33,000 acres of gorgeous country. Not only will you see some gorgeous wildflowers, but spend some time looking at the petroglyphs, masonry walls, and dwellings in the rock cliffs. Learn more about the historic Bandelier National Monument in Los Alamos where you can walk among the wildflowers.

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Hyde Memorial State Park, 740 Hyde Park Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501, USA

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For a "field of flowers near me" around Santa Fe, you will want to stay for a while as you drive to Hyde Memorial State Park just outside of the city. There are 4.2 miles of hiking trails to help you truly enjoy all of the wildflowers in the area. Spend the night in a yurt in the local campground or have a picnic at the gorgeous picnic areas before you continue on your trip. Learn more about the beautiful scenery at Hyde Memorial State Park.

Sandia Foothills Open Space, Albuquerque, NM 87111, USA

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At the base of the Sandia Mountains, you will find 2,650 acres of open space that contains sloped hills, wildlife, and wildflowers. Not only will you find all types of birds and deer in the area, but multiple plant species as well. A few popular plant species you are likely to see include the prickly pear cactus and cane cholla. Read about one easy hike through the Sandia Foothills Open Space.

Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1001 NM-1, San Antonio, NM 87832, USA

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Make sure you have your camera ready at all times when you visit the Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in San Antonio. This 57,331-acre area was created in 1939 for migrating wildfowl. As you explore this wildlife refuge, you will not only see gorgeous wildflowers, but a variety of bird species as well including ducks, geese, and cranes. Keep in mind that the spring and fall months are when you will see the most waterfowl in the area. Learn more about Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge and all the incredible wildlife you'll see here.

Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument, 15000 Dripping Springs Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88011, USA

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Located near Las Cruces, the Organ Mountains are a popular outdoor attraction that reach up to 9,000 feet in elevation. Not only are there plenty of places to camp, mountain bike, and hike near the Desert Peaks National Monument, but you can also enjoy the gorgeous wildflowers that cover the mountains. This is the perfect ending to a mesmerizing road trip! Learn more about the underrated Desert Peaks National Monument in the Organ Mountains.

Another place in New Mexico worth exploring is the Bisti / De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area. Take a look at this video by @OnlyInYourState and plan your next adventure here!:

The Land of Enchantment is filled with some remarkable scenery. Where are your favorite wildflower fields in the state?

If you are looking for other mesmerizing places to visit in New Mexico, check out our list of 11 places around the state that you must see before you die!

Before setting out on this or any other road trip through New Mexico, check out our Ultimate Road Trip Essentials Packing List for everything you’ll need for a comfortable ride in the car. And don’t forget the road trip snacks!