Barranca, New Mexico
Barranca: Located within Taos County at an elevation of 6952 feet, this high-desert community sits south of the town of Taos in the northern part of New Mexico.
About
Barranca is a city located in the county of Taos in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Barranca
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Taos County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.2620,-105.8678 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 12:54:42 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 33℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Barranca is located at 36°15'43"N 105°52'4"W (36.2619700, -105.8678000).
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Barranca, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188225 | University of New Mexico-Taos Campus | Ranchos de Taos (NM) | 87557 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Barranca, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAF | Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico | No specific stop location | BUS |
| LMY | Lamy station | Santa Fe County Road 33 | RAIL |
| LSV | Las Vegas station | Railroad & Lincoln Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Barranca.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dixon Post Office | Dixon (NM) | 87527 |
Other cities in Taos County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Taos County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Taos | 5,872 | Town in Taos County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Ranchos de Taos | 2,518 | City in Taos County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Questa | 1,741 | Village |
| Taos Pueblo | 1,135 | Census-designated place in New Mexico |