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Ty B
24 contributions
Stunning Site
Jul 2022 • Couples
My friend and I enjoyed visiting the bridge and gorge while vacationing in the Taos area. The views are stunning, including of the mountain range nearby. We walked across the bridge and back. Quite a few people were there when we visited on a summer Tuesday evening. At no charge, it's a no brainer for sightseers interested in both natural and manmade attractions. Recommended.
Written August 2, 2022
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candelariasj
Santa Cruz, CA109 contributions
A surreal view
Mar 2022
I had been there about 25 years ago and wanted to have my friend experience the view. I was wowed again and so was my friend. To imagine water making those ridges, wondering how far down it really is, to know that the mountain sheep go up and down it daily is just amazing. We sat on a bench about 1/4 of a mile up a trail and was just memorized by the view looking down and across.
Written April 9, 2022
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jamusaba
Florida372 contributions
Must See attraction
Oct 2022
Located about 10 miles out of town, this site is awesome to either hike along side the deep gorge or walk to look out points and take side view photos of the bridge spanning the gorge. Highly recommend late morning or mid day visits if picture taking in order to get the lighting right and avoid shadows at the bottom of the gorge. We were told that some folks have seen mountain goats on the sides of the gorge but we did not see them during a recent visit.
Written October 28, 2022
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Siandra W
Coffs Harbour, Australia507 contributions
Amazing Architecture
Sep 2022
A fabulous place to pull up and have a look. There is really good clean toilets to use and platforms to view the bridge from different angles. Local Native Americans set up market stalls with very good wares, jewellery, pottery and baskets to sell and at very reasonable prices.
Written November 6, 2022
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Gran7
Crossett1,562 contributions
Don’t Miss!
Apr 2022 • Couples
I did not know about this spectacular bridge. Just 8 miles north of Taos, the views are spectacular. Stop for photos. The Rio Grande Gorge is 650 feet below the bridge. The river flows magnificently under the bridge and through the bridge. If you are lucky there may be local artisans here selling their wares
Written April 8, 2022
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Up4laughs
Portland, OR27 contributions
Stunningly beautiful
Oct 2021
A must see! Striking landscape, with the deep/vast gorge and Rio Grande River. A fun walk across the bridge to see it all. There are little view points along the walkway across, that all have call boxes for those contemplating the worst. Could be a bit scary for those with fear of heights. There were vendors on the west side of the bridge (where the restrooms, picnic tables are) selling some cool wares-- crystals, jewelry, art.
Written October 30, 2021
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada11,677 contributions
Breathtaking View
Aug 2022
It was definitely worth the drive from Taos to see this fantastic bridge over the Rio Grande River. This is the 10th highest bridge in the USA and was named as the most beautiful bridge in the long span category by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Construction began in 1963 and was completed in 1965.
While the Rio Grande Gorge is a canyon created by erosion, it also follows a rift created by an earthquake.
Written August 4, 2022
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2rollon
California502 contributions
Grand View
Jul 2021 • Friends
Friend and I visited here on July 2. Very nice views from bridge. We walked across and back again. Open lot on one side and rest area with bathrooms on the other. Some local artist selling items at the rest area.
Written July 29, 2021
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ELK_2019
Texas145 contributions
Good outdoor activity for families, with some outdoor shopping
Jul 2022
We initially didn't plan to visit the gorge bridge, but when we couldn't find any outdoor shopping in Taos (during a Covid surge), we asked the visitor center if they had any tips. They suggested the vendors at the gorge bridge, and so we drove out.

We enjoyed both the sightseeing and the shopping. There were perhaps 10-12 vendor tents lined up in the parking lot area, with a variety of local jewelry and crafts. Since we have 2 high-risk family members, indoor shopping isn't currently an option for us, and we really appreciated this option.

The view from the gorge bridge is lovely. The sidewalk along the (highway) bridge is narrow and close to fast-moving cars, so very young children may need to be carried or kept in strollers for safety if they go out over the bridge.
Written July 13, 2022
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Rocky Road
Chiang Rai, Thailand1,648 contributions
Stunning, up close view of Rio Grande Gorge...
May 2020 • Solo
Free. Approximately 11 miles from Taos Plaza. Scenic drive. View from bridge is stunning. For a more natural view of the gorge, park inside the rest area just on the other side of the bridge and hike back on the rim trail. There are benches within 15 minutes walk to enjoy the view. You even get a better view of the bridge on the hike back to the rest area, an architectural feat from 1968.

Protip: After walking and viewing the gorge, get some ice cream at the colorful painted school bus. Sometimes there are vendors with local artisanal crafts or jewelry.
Written May 12, 2020
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