Lovely view. Went in December so it was chilly. I've been to the Rift Valley in Kenya and this is a smaller version but still worth a look. Not much parking and the walk to the bridge is along a narrow dirt track. Local drivers dont slow down.

This is really just a bridge, you stop before or after it and walk to be on the sidewalk part that over looks the gorge. It was pretty awesome. The road coming from Santa Fe was sketchy for a bit, really steep, narrow, and dirt, but we made it in our minivan. The bridge has cars going over it, and when a semi drive over it, the whole thing was vibrating. Kind of terrifying but so cool too!

The gorge was beautiful. It wasn't overcrowded, but I was surprised at how many people actually were there. If you aren't able to climb on rocky terrain and over a small ledge, you may want to park at the other end of the bridge and not at the parking area. in the parking area, there is restrooms and picnic tables. It would be a great place for a family photo or senior photos.

It's worth stopping after you drive over the bridge. You can walk across the bridge to the center for some breathtaking views. This is definitely not for someone who has a fear of heights since you are looking down into a very deep gorge for sure!

Beautiful! Truly amazing place. We drove over the plateau from the gorge. There are many hiking trails and amazing views! The road is a little rough after the steel bridge. But, the views are worth it!

Great place to stop on the way to somewhere, have a picnic, enjoy the view, walk around a bit. There's a clean restroom and the picnic tables are under a roof that provides enough shade/protection from rain.

Spectacular vistas. Well maintained rest area with clean bathrooms. Local artisans and vendors exhibit along the circular drive and have excellent prices on jewelry, textiles, and artwork. Fossils and minerals. Several shaded seating areas and well marked trail with safety fence along part of gorge edges. It's really a special place with amazing 360 views.

So gorge! Such a beautiful and eerie rift valley 20 minutes NW on the outskirts of Toas. If you love geological features and heights, this is a spectacular view. You can drive over the bridge or stop, park, and walk along the bridge. Vendors are at the rest area across the bridge. Must see place in northern New Mexico.

I only got to stop briefly at the Gorge before nightfall, but the view is spectacular. I loved the easy walking trail that allows access to more of the canyon than a view from the bridge. Wish I had spent more time there!

Magnificent views from the bridge! If you are afraid of heights, beware! The railings are not too high and your legs will start shaking 🫨 There is a parking area where you can take photos of the bridge which you cannot do when walking on it. Don't miss it! It is worth the drive.

At 650 feet above the river, The Rio Grande Gorge Bridge is the second highest bridge on the U.S. Highway System and the fifth highest bridge in the United States. With breathtaking views, the area is equipped with a public rest area which includes picnic tables and public restrooms.

Beautiful Bridge with a great view of the Gorge below. Leave yourself enough time to walk the west rim hike. Also a great place to view the sunset

It’s a nice stop. The rest stops were clean and they had street vendors offering local art and jewelry. It was a nice stop to take in the view.

Nice and quiet area for a walk and some sightseeing. Several vendors in the rest area with interesting jewelry, carvings and other items. The bridge is impressive from afar and crossing it is cool, if you’re no afraid of heights! There’s a point while crossing it where you might feel a bit overwhelmed by the height. The feeling is heightened by the cars passing by. Still a cool experience!

Beautiful bridge.. best during sunset.. cross the bridge (if you are coming from Taos) and park at the rest area . Walk up on the bridge and enjoy the marvelous panoramic view of rio grande river and the mountains . We even saw some beautiful lightning during sunset.

Great views from the lookout points along the bridge. It's about 1/4 mile walk from the unimproved parking area where there's an historical marker. Interestingly, there are Crisis Helpline call boxes at the lookout points. Sadly, jumping from the bridge must be common.

Beautiful place with a beautiful view! I do recommend to stop there even for a second if you have the time! There are vendors in the parking lot selling beautiful artwork/jewelry as well as a non temporary suicide awareness bus.

A beautiful site to see!! A short drive from Taos, breathtaking views, and I even saw two bighorn sheep a male and a female!! There were quite a few people there and I think some people selling various items. There's also a restroom.

Great attraction which is a short drive from Taos. The views are breathtaking. Make sure to see the gorge from both sides of the bridge. The views are spectacular. It was super windy and that can make certain people feel nervous. There is a parking area before you get to the bridge. It is depressing to see suicide call numbers but seems like a good service.

Well worth the drive for this amazing beauty. The views are insane and only made better by the picturesque New Mexico sky. Park at the rest stop and walk across for unparalleled photo ops.

Beautiful place to explore! Wear sunscreen, the sun is usually pretty strong here. The bridge walk is narrow, but worth the steps for the view in the middle.

Gorgeous view but be careful walking out onto bridge. It’s not 100% pedestrian friendly. The sidewalk is not wide. Be aware that large vehicles will make the bridge bounce.

Great side attraction that is free and worth the short drive out of Taos. The views are amazing and there was plenty of parking at the rest stop just west of the bridge. I only had two minor complaints about the experience. The restrooms were closed, probably due to the season. Also, there didn't seem to be any established route to get onto the bridge from the rest area. You basically had to walk a "deer trail" and hop over a guardrail to get onto the bridge.

Just a short drive from Taos is this beautiful and spectacular bright and rest area. I didn't know about this place, but it kept popping up on my phone. It was an area where you can walk along the rails. On our visit, vendors were set along the rest area. The bathrooms were clean. It's an awesome site to see and it's free.

Venturing from Austin, Texas to Taos, we made sure not to miss the awe-inspiring bridge with breathtaking views of the Rio Grande River. The drive was absolutely worth it, offering a tranquil escape with the added joy of watching people stroll along both sides of the bridge.

This is a fabulous location to walk around and explore. The buildings set against the blue sky is gorgeous. The feeling of the place is exotic and historical at once, and also sad. I won’t go into detail on the history but it is heavy to walk around and know how we treated some cultures and that that treatment continues through today.

What a great fun place with great shops. Had a blast! Love Taos NM.

Small square, handful of shops around the square. The central square was under construction, so nothing to comment on there. There are some decent little shops around the square. It was ok to see, not sure I would make a trip for it again.

Great place to shop gifts and picturesque scenic , area is great and have ton of food option . This shopping complex is like “Pueblo meets modern” place. Area market around this place to also good .

This was a nice place to see, and walk around.

So, you know, I don't give one star ratings without serious thought... I was SAD to shop here. I had been here YEARS AGO, and had consistently great experiences. This time, I walked through the plaza shops and found that 98% of the people working the businesses had the personality of a WET NOODLE. I was actually looking to spend some money and was either ignored completely or placated. A greeting, or eye contact goes a long way. One young lady in a store was reading a book and NEVER LOOKED UP to see me or anything. Must have been a good read! Of ALL the shops, there are TWO I would consider returning to and spending some money. One on the north east corner across from the restaurant that offers museum quality items and the other on the south side of the plaza that sells rocks and minerals, they get 5 stars and will see me again. Hoping to write a better review next time:(

Easy walk around to visit the shops. Some renovation work going on and a few empty shops.

Spent the Winter Solstice Christmas shopping at the Taos Plaza. I love the shops and convenience. Shout out to op. cit. books, my favorite used/new bookstore anywhere, and Chokola chocolate shop. And always love World Cup Coffee.

Stop here for parking, it is mettering parking, but my meter doesn't work. Easy walk to most museums and stores. Free parking available aling rt 64 and at the Kit Carson park with restrooms.

Beautiful little town. Architectural wise, it’s the same like most other NM old town. The town is full of Indian jewelry. It’s like a tourist trap to lure them in to buy. Couple nice coffee shops and stands. It’s a good town to walk around if the weather is nice.

Beautiful place, would highly recommend seeing this. Felt very safe. Street and walkways were a little uneven so that's just a FYI. Beautiful things for sale. Really enjoyed it

If local shops, history and some great little cafes and dining spots are your thing … spend the day at Taos Plaza to get some good walking in. Very walkable and nice learning for insight how the town of Taos came to be.

Happened upon this funky little shopping center when I happened upon Taos on a random road trip. Fun times and the car show that was occurring upon my arrival made it even more of an impressive backdrop! Quite the collection of ancient vehicles as you can see from pictures. Go here if you want that good ol' stereotypical southwestern shopping vibe for sure.

Once a beautiful location to visit. Now a dump with about 1/3 of business empty in the plaza. Taos used to have so much character and ambiance, especially the plaza. Now it's just a notch above Espanola (sorry, Espanola). Run down locals hate anything that improves the area. Had someone try and build a decent hotel a few years back, they vandalized his business. You would think with the reputation Taos has they would have good hotels. We've stayed in a few there and again mediocre at best. What's going on Taos? You were once the darling of the state now just a run down highway stop. Love NM Just disappointed in what Taos has become. Long time NM resident....

My husband Mark and I visited the Millicent Rogers Museum in Taos, NM a couple of times now. We enjoyed our visit both times. The art work and pottery on display in the museum are beautiful. We bought a few jewelry pieces from their store and are now members. Dawn and Terri were amazing, helpful, and always a joy to talk to each time we visit.

We toured most of the galleries in this museum that features historic and contemporary SouthWest US and Indigenous art. Very well organized, described, and displayed. They require masks and have air purifiers in most of the galleries (over a dozen). Interesting history of the life of Ms. Rogers as she was a wealthy person who treasured art of the region. Modest admission price of $10. Recommended for those interested in SW and Native American art. The museum is about a 15 minute drive from downtown Taos in a desert setting. Free parking near the entry. Group tours available.

The museum is a former home donated to be the place for all the different art pieces. Millicent is not the only artist you will find here. But the most spectacular pieces I found here were the jewelry pieces. Those truly captivated me. Her art is interesting to look at- all have an animal in them to accompany the individual. It was a easy 2 hour visit.

Great treasure of art and history of artisans of the past. A great way to understand the different influences of each of the Pueblos, and the Spanish influences in the Indian art. See 3000 year old artisan pottery with a wonderful style that was passed down through the generations. Check out the Museum store for wonderful jewelry before you spend your money in Santa Fe . get a discount for becoming a museum supportive member and no sales tax....

This was a magnificent legacy in fabric, silver, turquoise and other materials that were part of Ms. Rogers’ collection. Not to be missed!

Fantastic large Adobe museum out in desert near Toas with super variety arts and amazing benefactor story. Self guide at your own pace through many cozy galleries. Nice gift shop too.

Definitely worth a look. She had quite a collection, and must have been a very interesting person to know. Nice lady at the front desk was very knowledgeable about the museum, and directed us to several inverting exhibits we might have otherwise missed. Love the extremely handsome, young man in the gift shop. He really knew his stuff and has a great, and rare mind. I was tickled by our exchange.

Beautiful collection, artfully displayed. Much more to see than I expected when approaching the building and I enjoyed the variety of tapestry, baskets, pottery, silver and turquoise jewelry and more. The gift shop was extensive and I bought some Navaho made jewelry.

This museum has an amazing collection of Native American pottery and jewelry. The craftsmanship on display and the history was very educational. Millicent Roger's story is enlightening as we This museum is a must visit when one goes to Taos.

My partner and I visited this gem of a museum in August 2023, and we enjoyed our visit immensely. We are not art critics by any means, but we loved seeing the SW art by area artists. Our visit was greatly enhanced by Karen Chertok, the director of education at the museum. She talked with us at great length about Millicent and her family and her life and how it led to this fine museum being opened by her son. We also enjoyed the size of the museum; it's not huge and overwhelming. Instead, it is a manageable size and a great way to spend a few hours admiring and learning more about local art traditions and artists. We highly recommend visiting this museum and talking with Karen (if she's available).

The best museum you've probably never heard of! I was directed to visit the Millicent Rogers museum after seeing the pueblo was closed for the day. There were Native Artists showing at the museum as well as a very impressive collection. I would absolutely recommend making this a destination to visit when you're in New Mexico!

Saw a small section of the museum, but did visit the gift shop. Was there for an artist demonstration - Flamenco Dancing.

What a stunning intimate museum. The collection, story, setting., etc. It's a must see. The gift ship itself is like a museum with amazing selections and The manager Laura is delightful and very knowledgeable. A new curator is starting soon and we look forward to what her visions will bring.

Nice historical site to visit. We were there on a Monday afternoon and the church and gift shop were closed

This church has stood the test of time. It is a quick stop just 10 minutes south of downtown Taos. Worth the short extra trip.

Oldest church in NM from the 1700s! Amazing history and sight to see and very friendly. The care taker was passing by and stopped and offers to take or photo. Try to get here early or late for the best light.

A National Historic Landmark and a well-preserved adobe building in Taos. It’s architecture represents native and Spanish cultures. Inside the ceiling is impressive with wooden beams. Although I’m not a Catholic, I appreciate historic landmarks and interesting architecture!

Beautiful church, Georgia O'Keefe did paintings of it. Interior is beautiful too. A must see when you visit Taos.

This adobe church was photographed by Photographer Ansel Adams! It is located at the other west end of town but still worth the trip! An awesome example of adobe architecture adopted by the Spanish. Parking is ok but all on dirt roads which adds to the atmosphere. Definitely recommend, a must see!

A gorgeous historical church that has beautiful flowers in the front and intriquite paintings inside. The architecture is absolutely stunning. We saw many butterflies and hummingbirds around the front area.

What a beautiful and inspiring place. You feel so peaceful just stepping through the doors. The artwork alone is worth the trip.

Wonderful church with adobe architecture outside, hand carved wooden pieces inside. The more primitive, simple artwork around the altar area adds to the simple but elegant charm of this sacred place dating back to the eighteenth century.

The architectural beauty is worth the visit, even for non Catholics. It is easily accessible, a ramp for wheelchairs. The grounds are well maintained and quite gorgeous. The church itself is old and kept open for visitors. Seating is available in various locations throughout. There is handicapped parking. Beautiful place to visit.

Beautiful and ornate church with awesome gardens, including one dedicated to St. Francis. Loved all of the lighting, stained glass, and wood carvings.

I'm not Catholic yet I absolutely appreciate this little church. The highlight however was the "Mystery Painting " of Christ at the sea of Galilee. My guide Guadeloupe was amazing and knowledgeable. The Painting is worth a stop in Taos!

San Francisco de Asís Mission Church is a historic and architecturally significant building on the main plaza of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico. Originally the center of a small Mexican and Indian 18th Century agricultural community. Built between 1772 and 1816 replacing an earlier church in that location.

We’ve visited JoAnne and Kevin’s gallery twice so far and the selection is simply amazing. They are true artists who have mastered their craft, and the colors imparted to the pottery from their wood fired kiln are really beautiful. The pottery that’s available ranges from artistic to functional, all very high quality, and most importantly they are so helpful in explaining the different aspects and features of whatever you’re interested in. Initially, we just happened to be driving by and saw their sign, then decided to make a u-turn and go back, and it was such a fun experience. Definitely a highlight of our day!

This place is INCREDIBLE. A must stop on your way to Taos. It was so cool getting a tour of the process and getting to see how much work goes into each piece. I could have stayed in the gallery for hours. Also I am obsessed with my new mug!

Such beautiful pottery made by the kindest and most talented artists! The pieces created by Kevin and Jo each have a unique story and I am always in awe of the gallery space each time I visit. Very excited about my new pieces and can’t wait to return!

I had the pleasure to meet Joanne and Kevin, two very special artisans. They took the time to share their craft and part of their story. The pottery they each produce is beautiful and different. Everything fired with wood in an oven Kevin built. The ash and heat produces the most beautiful pieces. They have such a wide variety from coffee cups to large vessels. I bought several pieces. I plan to buy more in the future. I am so grateful to include Kevin and Joanne in my life.

Saw this spot as we were driving through and decided to stop. Denise gave us a lovely tour of the shop and taught us some about their process! Everything seems to be crafted with a lot of care and intention. I’d definitely recommend stopping by!

We came across Enchanted Circle Pottery during a road trip and it is an absolute must visit destination if you’re in the area! JoAnne and Kevin were so welcoming and it was amazing to be able to tour their studio and learn about their process. Their work is absolutely beautiful. True pieces of art. And I fell in love with the beautiful features of the wood firing process. We bought several beautiful pieces that we will treasure forever and will definitely return whenever we’re in the area!

Real treat meeting Kevin at enchanted circle pottery. He gave us a nice tour of his shop, kiln room and gallery. Kevin is a talented potter making well crafted, functional wares. The light weight pots were a surprise for wood fired pots. Definitely worth a visit and don’t forget to take home a beautiful piece!

What an incredible experience. Denise walked us through the entire process. We toured their working studio and learned about their wood fire kiln. The gallery is warm and inviting. The pieces are carved beautifully and the colors created by the wood fire are gorgeous! Definitely worth the stop!!

Beautiful studio, owned and operated by super friendly and lovely artists. I am so glad we stopped by to take a look at their studio, gallery and kiln. Thank you Kevin and JoAnne for sharing a little bit of your great love for art and ceramics knowledge with us.

Beautiful pottery. I’m in love with what I purchased here (plates and bowls). They look gorgeous in my home and are magic to eat from. Owners are lovely. Worth the drive outside of town if you are visiting Taos.

An absolute treat - art, a great view, and wonderful people! The folks at Enchanted Circle Pottery were so nice, and they had so many wonderful creations. They even gave us a behind the scenes tour! The colors in their pottery are purely from the fire. No dyes or oxides! Their meticulous firing process creates the rich array of colors. Every piece was truly unique. Each mug was even a slightly different shape, so you could find one that fits your hand perfectly. Along with amazing art pieces, there were inventive practical pieces like mug warmers, cup lids, and silverware display vases. We came home with several pieces and wonderful memories.

Lovely visit to Enchanted Circle! Beautiful location and pottery. The owners, Kevin and Jo, are so friendly and showed us their kiln and process of how the pieces are made. Tough decisions--so many beautiful items from very large to small--something for everyone! We love our soup mugs and ice cream bowls!!!

We visited several places in Taos and Santa Fe but Enchanted Circle Pottery was the highlight. Kevin gave a quick tour of their Japanese-style wood firing technique (what a lot of work!). The pottery included both functional and beautiful works of art. We came home with several pieces, a great coffee mug, a vase, and a sculptural piece to grace our living room. I'm sure we'll be back.

We stopped by on our drive home from Taos and were so surprised to get a tour of this amazing studio. The wood fire kiln is massive and the ash glazing technique creates such beautiful and unique colors on the pieces. We got a beautiful set of bowls. Great stop!

Day trip around the Enchanted Circle Loop had us stopping at the Enchanted Circle Pottery Studio. What a treat to see their 22 years of invested time building their home, studio, wood burning Kiln, and a place to see great art being made. As an old Potter from the late 60s, it made my knowledge seem very small at best. Kevin, if you read these reviews, one of my other five lives was 8 years of boat racing termining in Blown Fuel Jet Drag Boats...sending you a photo to prove it was me.

Friends of ours recommended we stop by Enchanted Circle Pottery on our way back to Colorado Springs. We're so glad we did! Artists Kevin and Jo were delightful! They gave us a fascinating tour of their huge "train engine" kiln and their beautiful studio. We bought several pieces, and plan to return soon! Great functional art, as well as exquisite display pieces. Their unique wood-fired clear glazing process produces one-of-a-kind natural finishes. Well worth stopping in!

My husband and I set off on a scenic drive when we happened upon Enchanted Circle Pottery. Kevin greeted us like we were old friends and graciously showed us around while explaining how they came to be and the unique process they use to achieve the beautiful finish on their pieces. We selected a few pieces to take home, but this unique olive oil bottle is my favorite. It is gently “squished” in the middle to fit in your hand. Thank you so much Kevin and Joanne!

Great idea. However there is only one house you can go in, and only the first room of it is free. There is a very short trail around another house you can take pictures from. Only worth driving if you plan to visit Rio Grande Gorge Bridge which is close by. Update from the owner: we offer several options to tour homes in the community. The self-guided tour is only for the visitor center but we have a guided tour that is 1.5 hrs and gives guests access to view our educational campus facilities. There is also a private tour option and that is available by appointment only and offers 1-3 residences to be viewed. However none of the guided tour options were presented in the visitors center.

Took the Friday guided tour. Well worth it! Appreciated the small group size of 12-15. Ryan, our guide was super knowledgeable and answered every question from the group. His presentation was very adaptable & he never seemed impatient. You could tell he truly believed in this concept of eco-environment. Great investment to take the guided tour 1] to hear the history & continued vision, 2] to receive further explanation of the various structures, 3] to be able to enter some buildings and hear detailed explanations. We drove further from the Visitor Center to see on-going development of the community. We hope to come back & rent some nights there. The website is great. Stop at the Royal Gorge Bridge on the way there.

I am passionate about sustainability and this place was on my list. I really enjoyed walking around and seeing how creative and intentional humans can be. Everything we have seen was very unique and impressive, thank you!

I did the self-guided tour which was the only option at the time that we were there, although I did find it interesting, it was not worth the $9 entrance fee. I think we spend about 10 minutes there. The whole community as a whole didn’t really feel welcoming with signs everywhere saying no trespassing, private property, etc. Since the self-guided tour was so quick in the small visitor center/earth ship, it would have been nice to be able to walk around and see the other houses at least from the outside, but instead I left with a feeling that I had entered an uptight unwelcoming gated community.

Definitely an interesting project and place, but the "self-guided tour" is not worth the 9 USD that they charge! I felt kind of scammed! Organizers should review this. I guess it's better to go for the extended tour at 20 USD that lasts 90 min. (PD: I did read the materials, slides/panels and watched the video... still not worth the 9 USD).

Was here in December 2022. A very interesting place. A guide in the main structure admits that there are no new ideas here. What has been done is compelling until one realizes that this doesn't scale very well and for the most part is only applicable to dry places.

If you want an insight as to how amazing sustainable architecture and living can be, you must stop here and take a tour of the Earthship. Places like this make you scratch your head and ask why we are not integrating our homes into nature more frequently. The self-guided tour offers a lot for a relatively small place. The individuals who work/volunteer here are extremely friendly and happy to answer any questions. I definitely learned quite a bit and will certainly figure out how to incorporate these elements into a future home. Great selection of books in the gift shop for continued learning. Definitely worth stopping here and checking out the Earthship community.

Teaching people to use Natural materials to build unique homes and live off the grid. Highly recommended stop for educational purposes.

I booked a tour online for $7. The visitors center has the same layout as a home except for a few rooms and is the only building you get to enter. Your self guided tour continues outside on top of the building and around another building across the parking lot. Honestly, I was happy to donate to the cause but would probably prefer to rent a home for a weekend or week to really experience the lifestyle. It's a really interesting place and I appreciate them opening their doors and showing another way of doing things.

It's an incredible one-of-a-kind concept. Beautiful aesthetically as well as conceptually. I'd recommend it to anyone, but it's worth knowing that the self guided experience is somewhat limited. We wished we could have seen other vessels than just the visitor's center, but we understand they're being used to support the concept as a whole in other interesting ways.

My partner and I had the absolute pleasure of staying in the Phoenix earthship for two nights earlier this week. It is stunning, and that is an understatement. To wake up with snow outside, the sun streaming in and creating a tropical paradise in the outdoor garden, but being surrounded by plant life while still having all of the normal amenities. Nothing can replace that. We didn't have hot water for showers sadly we couldn't get the solar hot water to work. But everything else was amazing. The wood stove was a surprising new addition as we had watched previous YouTube videos. But it definitely made the chillier nights more cozy and comfortable. It was adorably fun to see tiny lizards, the budgie in the outdoor garden, the goldfish, turtle and chickens. To see that you can live within and alongside nature and create no obstruction to the serenic view that envelopes this beautiful community. It is worth seeing, and experiencing for yourself how humans can cohesively live with nature. ❤️ It has inspired us to definitely look at getting one ourselves some day in a decade or so. If you don't get a chance to stay, at least visit the biotecture visitor centre and request a tour. You can still learn everything and see the beauty this way too.

It’s less of a Tourist Center and more of a place people sell the things they have hand made without being exposed to the elements. The artists here are great - I bought stuff and was happy with my purchases. I gave it 4 stars bc it’s not a Tourist Center and there were no brochures which is what I was looking for

Arrived at 3pm and whole place seemed abandoned - homeless person moved into the porch. Not sure what is happening here..

Everyone here was incredibly helpful and friendly. I met an artisan named Deene who not only had amazing beadwork but welcomed me to Taos with warm touching conversation. I won’t forget my stop here and highly recommend it for anyone visiting the area.

Very helpful crew. Can't say enough good things about these folks. Great hotel recommendation. Kevin

Great staff with info about area attractions. Always clean restrooms. Lots of free brochures, maps and publications available. Nice jewelry, t-shirts, art and more for purchase. Easy parking including RV parking and inside tables with free WiFi.

The Taos Visitors Center is an awesome experience. Local artisans have a plethora of work on display and for sale. A great introduction to Taos and the area with knowledgeable ambassadors on hand to answer questions.

Friendly people everywhere! Helpful at the desk, and if you're lucky, you will go on a day where there are natives selling beautiful crafts. We met a well-known artist and bought a beautiful painting from her. We got to chat for a while and learn some things that we never would have known if we had just walked into an art gallery and saw her art hanging on a wall. Same with a woman who was selling beautiful jewelry. We talked with her for quite a while, and my husband bought a drum that her dad had made. It was a pretty amazing experience.

Nice place. Really helpful. Clean. People making jewelry,arts and crafts in the lobby for sale. Public bathrooms too.

The lady helping us was very friendly, and very informative. She helped me plot out all the sites I wanted to see. They had a really nice gift shop as well.

Perfect information center to visit before planning to visit all the best spots in Taos. Friendly and courteous staff will tell you where to go, parking, restaurants the works! Totally helpful and worth the visit before you go anywhere else. What a time saver! 👌👍

Priceless history. 30 minute tour was really informative and then had time to wander after. Peaceful.

Clean bathrooms, visitor information, & free wi-fi available. A recent addition is the Taos Pueblo Artist Collective. Buy jewelry, beadwork, paintings, Taos drums, & photography from Taos Pueblo directly from the artists on site.

Five stars to the ladies behind the counter. They were very friendly, welcoming and insightful but the location itself was rough…. All the brochure racks were empty other than a few magazines. We went on a day when locals were selling jewelry but that was the only thing to see. No maps, no brochures, no information or coupons.

Cell signals are rare around the Enchanted Loop so I went in for a New Mexico map. I also picked up some brochures and enjoyed browsing the native jewelry and art several vendors had for sale.

I appreciate the history here. Usually I don't sit through an introductory movie at a museum, but this one is well-produced. It's a small museum, consisting of 4 small rooms, which take about 15-20 minutes to see. That being said I feel $10 is a bit overpriced for such a small museum.

A glimpse into the history of the American West from the perspective of one of the men who helped expand America. The history is made real by standing in his very home, surrounded by artifacts of his life and times. Knowledgeable docent led the tour and we viewed a video about Kit Carson. We also walked the two blocks to the memorial park and cemetery where he and a number of his family are buried

Interesting to learn more about Kit Carson and his family. As a Freemason I was fascinated to learn that he was a founding member of the Taos Bent lodge #42 and proud of the efforts of NM Masons who purchased and are preserving this piece of history.

This is a terrible museum and not worth the $10 asking price. The video is an extremely long history channel documentary the museum co-opted which plays on a loop so it’s likely you’ll tune in not knowing what’s going on during it. Then, because it’s so long, it takes forever to start back over. The house itself is three or four rooms that consist of a random smattering of pictures, incoherent text, objects, and dust. Nothing is really presented in a way that’s easy to understand or digest. There is no narrative so you’ll just be bouncing around from random object or fact to random object or fact. The museum also totally glosses over any controversy surrounding Carson. There’s nothing interesting on display. I wouldn’t give it such a poor review but at a $10 cost of admission? Cmon. I expect a lot better.

Lots of history on Kit Carson here. I learned several things I didn't know. Definitely recommend for every history buff.

Wonderful place to learn the history of Kit Carson. The owner checks you in and has great information about the Carson family. The bathroom was clean, there's a great film to watch across from the house. Recommend to visit and learn about Kit Carson my distance relative.

The best part is watching the History Channel movie on Kit Carson. The museum has a few artifacts from the Carson family. The building requires renovations. The museum gift shop is nice and the shop manager Dave, was very informative and friendly. Glad we made the stop.

During my recent Vacation I was able to visit Taos, New Mexico. While walking around the old plaza and surrounding area I happened upon the Kit Carson House and Museum. Being a history buff, I seized the opportunity to visit the home of the famed Mountain Man, Explorer, Army Scout and Indian Agent. I started my visit by watching a short video about Kit and then began my tour of the four-room house that He and his wife Josefa called home from 1843 until their death in 1868. The tour is self-guided, and you can browse the home at your own pace. None of the furniture in the home is original to the home however there are a few artifacts that belonged to Kit including his Mason’s Apron and the desk that he used while serving an Indian Agent. The courtyard was used as a corral and stable when the Carson’s lived here. As you walk through the house there are several displays detailing the life of the famed Mountain Man and Explorer. Because I am a reader, I spent a little more than an hour touring the House and grounds. I dare say that most people can complete their tour in about 30 minutes. When you finish the tour of the house be sure to take a short walk down the street behind the home to Kit Carson Park. Located within the park is Kit Carson Memorial Cemetery where Kit and his wife along with other members of their family are buried. The entrance to the park is a little hard to find, however the staff at the Museum are happy to provide directions. I enjoyed my visit and would recommend anyone visiting Taos to allow a little extra time to visit this historic site.

If you like history and particularly western history you need to visit the Kit Carson Home and Museum. It's not very big but authentic. Stay and watch the short film about Kit Carson.

This is a must-see, if you enjoy history and are into the old west. This was the actual home of one of the most famous fur traders, scout and indian agent that had ever lived, for 25 years. This man was a big deal, there is a forest named after him, as well as other things. It was awesome, in my opinion, to put myself in the mindset of being able to experience and live through some of the great things this man had an opportunity to do. How many of us have ever driven from California to Washington DC, much less make the trip to and fro, on horseback, several times over??🤷🏼‍♂️ Awesome, awesome, awesome! My hat is off to this great adventurer

Interesting place to get to know the history of the area. Not all of the ancient house is wheelchair accessible, but the majority of the place is. The theater could use some work.

The story about how famed artist Nicolia Fechin spent years remodeling this property and turning it into an artwork in it's own right was interesting. The art from the local Taos Art Collective was very nice.

The Taos Art Museum at Fechin House, is a small art museum housed in the extraordinary former home of artist Nicolai Fechin (pronounced "fay-shin"), his wife Alexandra and daughter Eya. In 1979, the building was placed on the the list of National Registry of Historic American Homes, and New Mexico Registered Cultural Properties. --- Nicolai Fechin (1881-1955) and his family immigrated from Russia to New York in 1923. They visited Taos in 1926, and bought a house there a year later. They settled in 1928 and lived in their new home until they decided to completely remodel and expand it in Mission Revival style. For the next five years, they lived in adjacent to the house in the artist's studio that now serves a the gift store and meeting room. --- Fechin carefully planned every detail of his home. He hired two masons to make all of the stucco walls. Fechin himself tirelessly adzed every piece of wood and beam to give it an undulating surface, then stained and polished them. He also designed, carved decorations, and built every door, lamp, and piece of furniture. By 1933, the home was mostly finished. The completed home is masterpiece of its kind, and worth a visit alone for anyone interested in architecture, craft, and design. --- The Taos Art Museum shows paintings, drawings, and sculptures by Nicolai Fechin - who was especially noted for his vivid portraits, landscapes, and still lifes - and works by the Taos Society of Artists (1915 to ca. 1950), founded by a group of six Romantic Western genre painters, in periodically changing exhibitions.

Lovely old wood-working/art studio and house. Beautifully displayed work. Friendly employees and amazing little gift shop.

This house is a living testament to a man's ambition and passion. You might expect an artist to get carried away and this edifice proves it! Fechin put work into his art during the day and work into his house at night, which is also art. Every part of the house has his touch with amazingly carved detailing. He was a man so driven that it blew up his marriage and he left the house never to return again! His granddaughter and great granddaughter have made sure the house stands as perfect as the day he left. If you go to Taos you have to stop here and relish the mythos that was the early Taos artist scene.

Nicolai Fechin is a Rusdian-American artist and woodworker who turned his Taos home into its own work of art.

Quiet little museum. We spend 1 hour there before their close time. I wish there were more time that day to enjoy the pretty yard. The displays are so well organized in the old house. Very remarkable experience！

If you’re in Taos and only have time for one museum, let this be the one. This is one of the most magical museums I’ve ever been to. The home was constructed in the. 1930s and is an amazing blend of rustic southwestern style and Russian folk art. The artist, Fechin, who constructed the home for his family, was brilliant. His paintings, sculptures and woodwork are on display throughout the house and are breathtaking. The detail in the doors, windows and furnishings is nothing like you’ll ever see anywhere else. The house is easy to go through entirely in an hour or two and there’s a lovely curated gift shop featuring many local NM artists. I’ll need to visit this museum every time I travel to NM.

Learned about M. Fechin and this wonderful house that's now an art gallery. The house alone is a work of art.

This visit is a must of you are into woodworking. The quality (and quantity) is very impressive.

Excellent museum ro tour and lean about the Fechin family and Fechin as the architect and artist. Wonderfully done. Can visit the studio and shop too. Loved it.

Beautiful home to tour with many hand carved columns, doors and furniture. The artwork and history really personalizes the property. The studio in back does not appear to require the entrance fee, and houses the gift shop and an independent exhibition. When we visited Justine Nauman-Greif’s work was in the Fechin Studio Show which was a real treat. My photos are of the studio.

Really enjoyed the visit. I addition to Fechin, his art and life story, the architecture was especially interesting, a blend of Taos Pueblo and craftsman designs. Love seeing the studio and the peaceful, landscaped grounds. Good gift ship has a selection of Taos artisans, jewelry and art books.

Rich in local history, if you love a local museum and an architecture activity… this place is for you. We enjoyed walking through the casa and learning about how they lived in the Spanish colonial era. $8 entry, self guided.

It was like stepping into a time capsule! Very interesting stop, so glad we decided to check it out. Beautiful artifacts! Worth the $10 admission.I

Staff (Luisa) was kind and helpful. Beautiful historic site.

Not a fancy museum but a down-to-earth real life example of of what life was was during that time period. Thoroughly enjoyed Walking through the displays. We'll go again when I return to Taos.

The Hacienda was such an interesting piece of history to visit and learn about. A very fun cultural experience to delve into for a few hours. You can really imagine how it was to live back in the 1800's. It is worth your time to see this place.

Definitely worth the visit if you're in the area. We plan to come back to Taos to explore more

Very interesting and interactive history museum. I would highly recommend anyone on vacation looking for something to do, check this place out. 😀

History of life museum, how people lived, wonderful displays.

Enjoyable, self paced museum in actual courtyard and Adobe rooms of huge hacienda. Beautiful artifacts and interesting commentary in each location of your journey back in time. You won’t be sorry you took an hour to visit this extraordinary site.

Really cool experience. Wish I could have had a guided tour. I get much more from guided tours rather than self guided. That being said, this place is a nice 30 min - 1 hour stop and experience this piece of history. Front desk attendant was very sweet. $10 per person.

Lots of history. Very nice museum

NOT KID FRIENDLY! My well behaved 4 y.o. was sitting at the feet of my husband when the security guard, in the most condescending fashion, said he needs to be on his feet. I take my kiddo to galleries and museums all the time, never had a problem. Just trying to introduce him to art. If you don’t want kids in your space, don’t allow them to begin with. We cut our visit short because of such a negative interaction.

Beautiful mix of contemporary Taos artists : sculptors and painters as well as those artists of the beginning of the 20th century. Housed in an intimate setting. The Agnes Martin room is mindblowingly beautiful and worth spending considerable time, allowing oneself to let these works appear gently, gently... The Harwood is one of the most beautiful small museums I have ever visited. Staff made me feel so welcome :)

The Agnes Martin room motivated a return to this museum. As a woman artist, she was undervalued but more recently she has been the subject of four documentaries. Her work goes deep.

A wonderful visit with amazing permanent and temporary exhibits. I would have enjoyed it for longer if there had been a few places to sit down and really absorb the works.

Fantastic collection esp the southwest landscapes. The Taos Moderna and some from the Taos seven. Lovely luminous works and a wonderful gift store. They are so nice there and have such lovely books and gifts. For a small place it’s well worth the stop. The building itself is wonderful.

After visiting only once, I came back, paid for the annual membership, then was promptly made to feel extremely unwelcome, I was accosted by a huge lady who acted as if I had no business being on the property! RUDE!!! Now I regret having bought the membership, I hope that I will be able to recover my $19.23 because until they can act more appropriate toward a paying guest, I would rather not patronize this "museum" They are pretending to be all about Fine Art, but they act as if they have another agenda!!!

Beautiful and well organized Museum in Taos Pueblo in New Mexico. They are improving it with new exhibitions. I was pleased and spent some relaxing time walking on all floors of this Museum. I recommend it. Free parking.

The historic building is an exhibit in itself. The staff came off as judgemental/rude and most of the collection features white guys who painted natives, but alas it is part of NM history. Museums are important and this one is worth checking out.

Lovely spacious museum featuring some older pieces along with fabulous contemporary art. The Santo Lowride exhibit was fantastic! The ethereal beauty of Maja Ruznic's In The Sliver of The Sun is not to be missed.

A marvelous, uplifting collection of art and sculpture. We were particularly delighted by the quality of the art in the un-curated community gallery. But the museum needs to rein in its over-zealous guards. No one likes to be barked at.

A nice, smallish museum. Easy to visit in 30 minutes.

Camped here several times over the years. Seems to be getting more popular. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Each loop does not have too many sites which is a plus. Great views of river gorges and several hiking trails. Sites and bathrooms very clean and well maintained.

Amazing place. Visitors Center was small but had all the information you'll ever need. Road construction is almost finished but doesn't obstruct access

Great visitor center and amazing views!! Beautiful drive of the Rio Grande and the gorge if you are willing to drive to the area!

As others have stated, Wild Rivers BLM is definitely off the beaten path. However, its easy to get here down a main paved highway. The roads in the park are paved. The campsite loops are gravel/unpaved but ok. We travel in a 38 Renegade Valencia. We found only a few sites that could easily handle our size. (No tow vehicle). Site 27 in El Auguaje was long enough for even a tow vehicle. Trees are an obstacle backing in. Park time was 10 minutes max. A little maneuvering. Its worth the drive and the maneuvering for the campground & the views. The campgrounds are connected by a nice, one way paved road loop with a bicycle path. My wife loves to e-bike so this is perfect. Each site has a gazebo with a metal roof & picnic table. No electricity. No dump. Water is available at the toilets. This is boondocking at its best. AT&T was 20mbs. Great! We camped at El Aguaje Campground in a 38’ Super C.

Out of the way, but best boondocking camp area we have ever been to. Covered picnic area at each site and plenty of space to stretch out. There is water at a couple of the campground areas, but no other services. However the solitude and hiking down the gorge makes it worth it.

Loved the atmosphere here. Volunteers were friendly and knowledgeable. I walked the trail from El Aguaje Campground to the visitor center. It was so beautiful and well maintained.

Shhh, don't tell anyone about this piece of New Mexico! The Visitor is only open Friday to Tuesday...but stocked with maps and knowledgeable rangers. Camping is very reasonable and very few sites...go off season or weekday to get the perfect site to overlook the Gorge.

This is one of the most awesome remote areas in all of new mexico. The canyon just makes it so beautiful.

The visitor center is a fantastic place to stop. The staff are extremely knowledgeable, kind, and very helpful. The facility itself is interesting and has lots of information and robust, interactive, topographical, 3-D re-creations of surrounding geography. There is wildlife in blooming plants around the center when we visited. Can’t wait to return!

The trail leading down to the Rio Grande River at one of the Wild Rivers national campgrounds. The trail descends 500 feet to the river at this point. Be prepared in July for hot weather! Trail is rated difficult but the first few hundred feet are easy and beautiful ❤️

Really really great views here. I went when there wasn’t a ton of people so I got to really enjoy the scenic views without the loud hustle and bustle. There’s a bunch of trails down to the river. The park rangers are quite nice and are great at directions. It’s about a 10 mile drive out to the park from Questa I think so don’t forget your water. (There is a water fountain near the trail though, but I wouldn’t depend on that.)

In our third trip with Far Flung Adventures we did the full day Middle Box! The 1.2 mile hike with gear hauled by donkeys made this trip a must do. Our guides Bobby and Nick shared knowledge about the area and made the day great for our family. We’ve previously had great experiences with Far Flung on Racecourse when our kids were younger.

We had such an amazing time floating with Far Flung Adventures. Bianca was our guide and she was amazing! She is so knowledgeable and gave us so much history. It was our family of 4 with a 7 year old and it was smooth floating! I don’t know how to swim and was a little nervous but within 5 minutes I felt so comfortable. All of us had a blast! Thank you!

We booked the Lower Gorge full-day rafting trip, with Chaz as our guide. He was amazing and we loved getting wet, even if the water was cool. Chaz was very educational and we learned a lot about the history and geology of the canyons. For a couple of flatlanders who are very used to calm water, his experience and safety consciousness was outstanding. The humor that went back and forth made the trip a memorable one! And the lunch he created on a sand bar was amazing!! We experienced class 2 and 3 rapids, which is what we were hoping for! Baby Huey was an added attraction. Thank you, Chaz!!!!!

I can't say enough positive things about this trip and Far Flung Adventures. From start to finish, they made sure we had a great time, were safe, and fully accommodated. We were on a multi-day trip, with food included, and I was worried that being Vegan would mean that I had to rely solely on meal replacement bars and bananas. I was so wrong. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, drinks - they had delicious and satisfying meals. I think I actually gained weight on this trip because all the Vegan options were fantastic. As for transportation on the river, we had the option of: rafting, solo kayak, or tandem kayak. My husband and I opted for the tandem kayak. It was a great way to disconnect from work and reconnect with nature, each other, and make new friends. The live music, provided by Pat and Rich, was magical. We had private concerts every night and their repertoire is seemingly infinite. We'd call out random songs and by golly, they knew it. The guides: Jane, Jonathan, Nick, and Brendan were so kind, knowledgeable, fun, and helpful. Peyton and Will run an amazing business and I can't wait for my next Far Flung Adventure. Thank you, Far Flung, for making camping accessible and enjoyable.

Amazing! Our Super Friendly Guide Bianca Was The Best! Definitely planning our next trip with you guys! So many cool adventures you offer! Thanks so much,See you again soon!

Wow what an amazing day! We did the full day lower gorge. Nick our guide was extremely accommodating, he changed the raft to an oar raft and rowed us the entire way because of one of us wasn’t able to paddle. He always ensured our safety and made sure we were having fun. He was knowledgeable about the geology, history and wildlife! Lunch was sandwiches and snacks it was tasty. The whole day was so nice and relaxing with a few great rapids. Definitely would go on another trip with Nick and far flung!

I was with a group of friends on a two hour self guided kayaking adventure down the Rio Grande. I would do it again in a heartbeat given the opportunity and also would like to check out their rafting guided trips. The boats were ready when we arrived at 8am and our transporter was very nice. We had a fun time together from 930am to 1130am enjoying all the scenic views.

First I should say that none of us had ever been rafting before this adventure and were not sure what to expect. Spoiler alert, it was a great time and I think it far exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Evan, was very experienced and was an excellent teacher for us old dogs in our 50's and 60's. You will be quite lucky to have him on your trip. The first half of the trip was quite relaxing and gave us an opportunity to visit with Evan, pepper him with questions, and take in the beautiful scenery. Our lunch stop also exceeded our expectations. They set up tables with fruit, pasta salad, and a small deli set up that provided us all with more than enough to eat. The second half of the trip had several technical challenges that we were able to work our way through without any troubles, thanks to Evans direction, steering, and our ability to follow simple commands. This trip will vary based upon the water flow, weather, guide, and the "crews" ability to follow and execute commands from the guide. I would suggest that you need to be in decent physical shape so I would not bring children below 10 or 12 and elderly, or physically limited people should really evaluate weather any of the trips in the rapids are for them. the milder float trips, and half-day trips might be the best choice and would still be very enjoyable. Overall we would highly recommend Far Flung Adventures based upon our personal experience and would probably do this again when we are in the area.

Guys are awesome! We have a 4 and 8 year old, it was a great experience for all of us, even though we didn't get the crazy rapids we all had fun. And Robert was a great guide, easy to talk to. All around everything was great.

There was a big wind storm one week before we came, so the trail was covered with so many broken branches and pines. The trail and lake are beautiful, and definitely will do this trail again perhaps in the spring. It took us about 1 hour and 20 minutes with a few stops to make sure we were on the right 'trail' and take photos. We had hiking poles and both wore yaktraks. We were carrying snowshoes but didn't need them (shame!) Most other people we saw had poles. Because there was so much debris, I wouldn't necessarily say this trail is well-marked or obvious (makes you doubt yourself if you're doing it for the first time!) There's not a lot of signposts besides at the beginning and end. We were completely dependent on following other footsteps from previous hikers. For a Wednesday late morning, we hardly ran into anyone, less than a handful of couples both on the way up and down. This trail is definitely one that changes drastically based on the weather. There's supposed to be fresh powder in a few days, and I bet everyone will need snowshoes.

Absolutely gorgeous hike and views. Probably one of the best places I have seen here. The trail was a little crowded compared to other trails in NM. Give it a go. You will love this place.

Because of logistics, couldn't make it to the lake. However, made it to Taos Ski Valley - wow! Wonderful views 💚

Absolutely gorgeous, it’s just beautiful at the lake. So happy we did this hike

The Williams Lake trail is the signature hike in the Taos Ski Valley area. The trail head starts near lift 4 at Taos and its a moderate somewhat uphill hike to the lake which took us a little over an hour to get to. The hike back was all downhill for the most part and took around 45 minutes to get back. All in the hike was 2 hours total. In any event it was one of the coolest trails we've ever hiked and a definite must do if your in the Taos Ski Valley area during the summer time.

The hike to the lake took us about 2 hours, all uphill. The trail was well marked, and we were able to get around pretty easily even with wet ground and patches of snow. After the lake, we did some rock scrambling up to the waterfall, which was well worth the trip. Though, watch out for rocks disguised as snow - it'll eat your feet.

One of the best hikes in NM. Bring your kids, bring your pets!

It is a magical place full of beauty. The weather was perfect for a nice morning hike.

Great mountain lake hike. Well defined trail. Awesome views. Make sure you check out the mountain waterfall on the back side of the lake. Camping allowed.

Great and beautiful spot, hiked up in January, was a bit difficult due to the elevation but well worth it. Lake was frozen over and a good deal of snow on the ground.

Little run down, and was sad to see the sign about Kit Carson's life had been defaced by vandals that must not believe in sharing the history of someone who was instrumental in developing the area and our country. But nice to be able to see the grave sites and hope that they can be continue to be preserved.

Kit Carson Park is a decent park. We stop by here after we go out breakfast on the weekends and our son likes the playground. For a downtown park, it's big and has lots of trees. Bathrooms are just outhouses so make sure to bring some wipes.

Love this park so nice and clean. The playground was clean. The people there were so friendly. We went to the graveyard and learned the history here. They sport a nice bandstand where they have concerts. We thought the park was so nice we decided to stay in New Mexico another nice.

We visited Taos and Kit Carson Park for a Sting concert and were very impressed. Having never been to the park before, we were told that the Sting concert was something of an anomaly. Normally, the events are much more laid back, less crowded and that would have been nice. As you can imagine, Sting attracts serious numbers. (The youngest people in the park were the very nice police officers.) However, this should be a review of the park, not the concert. Kit Carson Park is conveniently located in Taos. It's spacious, offers shade but limited seating in the form of a few picnic tables and benches. It's obviously a park that is dedicated to public events, most particularly concerts and arts festivals, with wide open spaces and of course the very commanding stage at one end. The park was well staffed with friendly folks to handle the crowds and there were plenty of portable bathroom units on hand. I do have to say that the wine and beer selection is limited and not particularly notable. In fact, the wine was barely potable but the night was still fun. And there I go, reviewing the event again. Sorry. The park is an ideal place for events such as this and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it or to go again. Next time though, we'll shoot for a smaller event.

Kit Carson was no nice guy to the native peoples, but this is a nice park. There's room for hanging out and picnic tables under shade structures. Sometimes concerts are held in this park. Sometimes there are craft shows here. It's a good place in Taos for relaxing.

Parks can be an oasis, and this one sure is that. It offers spaces for activities and sports, a great music and event venue, walking trails, benches, picnic tables, bathrooms and ancient shade trees. On a recent walk, Sweet Pea explored a gopher mound, checked out a few prairie dogs and spent blissful moments sniffing who knows what.

Great little part in the heart of New Mexico! Recycled materials use for the park. Kids love the sandbox, swing and play area. Lots of spot for picnic too.

Kit Carson Park is fairly large with a music venue, children's playground area with nice equipment, ball fields, walking trails, good rest room facilities and open spaces. It encircles a cemetery where Kit Carson, his family, many of the early settlers and adventurers who helped make Taos a thriving community, and military veterans You can enjoy a walk, a picnic or the shade of one of the numerous trees. Various festival type events are held here over the course of a year and it gets a lot of use.

Nice park with a music venue, cemetery, field, paths, and play grounds. It does seem to have seen better days but it is still a lovely place to be or bring the family

Saw Los Lonely Boys and 2 other great groups. Wonderful outdoor venue. Well organized, safety was a priority. Well done.

Not a bad Park and a lot of history accompanies it with the cemetery and Kit Carson's gravesite. Only issue is that there seem to be a lot of homeless in the area which almost involved a fight between a couple of them while we were there.