A byway is a lane that diverts from a main road, and the newly designated Tracks Across Borders Byway is certainly off the beaten path — connecting towns in Colorado and New Mexico that have fewer than 30,000 residents between them. Yet this secondary road crosses significant borders, taking you across state lines, opening windows into historical and cultural eras, and showcasing stunning and diverse natural landscapes. Here’s how to spend the day traveling along this historic passageway in the American West: CLICK HERE to view the article.