Posted in New Mexico
May 14, 2017
The Small Town In New Mexico You’ve Never Heard Of But Will Fall In Love With
The town of Pecos in San Miguel County is situated in one of the most scenic spots in New Mexico. Surrounded by the rising peaks of mountains and the Santa Fe National Forest, Pecos is an outdoor lover’s paradise.
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The community, which was established in 1700, was first known as Levy until it was renamed Pecos in 1883. Once a mining and railroad town, Pecos is now a haven for anyone interested in hiking, fishing, or history.





Interested in learning fly-fishing? Check out the Santa Fe Fly Fishing School, which is based in Pecos. For more info.
Even if fishing isn’t your sport, definitely visit the Lisboa Springs Trout Hatchery. Feeding the fish there is always a fun experience - the hatchery is located off NM-63.
Even if fishing isn’t your sport, definitely visit the Lisboa Springs Trout Hatchery. Feeding the fish there is always a fun experience - the hatchery is located off NM-63.




The drive leads through grassy meadows and by a quaint church - you may even spot wild turkeys!


Pecos may be small but it has staggeringly beautiful scenery. Have you had the good fortune to explore this breathtaking area? What is your favorite memory of the town?
For a previous article, we compiled a road trip through some of New Mexico’s most picturesque small towns. Since Pecos was a stop on the route, you may be interested in checking it out and completing this drive.