Chimayo chile differs in many ways from Hatch green chile, due in large part to the soil, water, and seeds in the northern New Mexico town. In addition, it is also the first chile crop grown in ...

If you’re visiting from Santa Fe, it’s a short 30 mile drive out to Santuario de Chimayo. There’s not much in-between the two, but the High Road to Taos is quite scenic in some areas.