Vacations may be on the top of every biker's fantasy list, but great biker destinations are not always that easy to find. Santa Fe, New Mexico is a fantastic spot to get away from it all with great places to ride, a vibrant, artistic community, and weather that is the dream of every biker.
Santa Fe is a small city in north central New Mexico. Because it is located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, the surrounding area features some fascinating landscape. From canyons to vistas, the area around Santa Fe is gorgeous: lots of rolling hills perfect for afternoon rides. The desert landscape also produces a wide array of plant and animal life, sure to keep you entertained on your rides.
Because of its slightly raised altitude, Santa Fe features lovely weather. The summer isn't blazing it generally stays in the 80s, though it does get some rain. The winter isn't as cold as many other places, so motorcycle riding is a possibility throughout the year.
The best part is Santa Fe is a great little community with a vibrant artist scene, great local bars, and awesome food. Artists come from all over to this small town, and it is famous across the Southwest for authentic Mexican food. Because it is so artistic, the Santa Fe community is very welcoming to all types of people, and the shopping is unsurpassed, especially for local art goods. You can even find some amazing hand embroidered patches for your leather jacket.
Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico has a lot to offer anyone, but bikers, especially, will enjoy the area. The next time your biker club is looking for an awesome destination, Santa Fe should be at the top of the list.
