This Is The Most Hippie Town In New Mexico And You Need To Visit

There are so many charming small towns in New Mexico that we love to visit and find ourselves frequently recommending. But, if you have a bit of a free spirit, there are several hippie towns in New Mexico and one seems to stand out from the rest. Let’s take a look at one of the best New Mexico hippie towns.

Welcome to Madrid! A former coal mining town, this tiny place has turned into an artist enclave and one of the most charming NM hippie communes.

Sitting 29 miles (or 40 minutes) southeast of Santa Fe, Madrid has a population of just 149, making this place feel like a quiet retreat.

One thing that draws people to this little town is the historic buildings that you'll find, some painted up in playful colors.

Art galleries are also popular here, where local artists show off their work in a variety of mediums.

When you get hungry or looking for a place to grab a drink, check out the Mine Shaft Tavern.

This unique place dates to the 1940s and served as a replacement for the original tavern that was built in the late 1890s. Here, you'll find plenty of drinks that will quench your thirst as well as live entertainment.

And, if you're looking for a place to sleep between visiting all of the cool places around town, you'll find several bed and breakfasts set up in the historic buildings. Java Junction has some cozy accommodations that are affordable, plus it includes breakfast!

Madrid seems like a pretty cool little place to visit, don’t you think? Have you visited this hippie town in New Mexico before? Are there any other New Mexico hippie towns that are worth exploring? Let us know in the comments!

If you prefer something besides hippie communes in NM, then you might want to check out the one New Mexico town that’s so perfectly southwestern. And, if Madrid is just one stop on a New Mexico road trip, make sure you are prepared! Check out our ultimate road trip packing list.