Visit Sierra County New Mexico

An Oasis in the Desert

with year-round recreation

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State parks, wilderness areas, hiking trails, and the high desert await. Ecotours are available to vast ranches with natural wonders and wildlife like bison, falcons, oryx, and bats.

Soak in the hot springs or play a round of golf in the New Mexico sunshine in winter.

In summer, cool off in our two lakes or float the Rio Grande,

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County Seat: Truth or Consequences

The town named after a game show is home to ten hot spring spas. T or C’s commercial district is a great place to walk, gawk, shop, eat, and chill.

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Elephant Butte Lake

The largest lake in the state has miles of beach, marinas, boat rentals, open water, and quiet coves — all made possible by the dam that was completed in 1916. Come here to swim, jet-ski, fish, hike and camp.

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Plan Your Trip

Lodging

Restaurants

RV Parks / Camping

Pet Friendly Places

T or C Hot Springs

Coffee Spots

Historic Towns

Meeting & Wedding Planner

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday Karaoke

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Casa Taco

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New Mexico Raptors – with Live Birds!

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Richard Cooper Boating Safety Training Center, Elephant Butte Lake State Park

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Wine Dinner at Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort

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Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort

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Boots & Brews Country Music Open Mic

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T or C Brewing

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Elephant Butte

The largest lake in New Mexico

Miles of beach, marinas, boat rentals, open water, and quiet coves, all made possible by the dam that was completed in 1916.

Dive In

Spaceport America

The Home of Spaceport America

Tenants have included Virgin Galactic, UPAerospace, SpaceX, Spinlaunch, and Google. Tours from T or C are available most Saturdays. Reservations required.

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Miles and Miles of Wilderness

The world’s first designated wilderness and the largest in New Mexico, the Gila offers mountain trails, camp sites, and natural serenity.

Hit the trail

Miles and Miles of Wilderness

State parks, hiking trails, and the high desert all await. You can even “eco”tour one of Ted Turner’s vast ranches, where you might see bison, falcons, oryx, or thousands of Mexican free-tail bats.

If you prefer to have pavement underfoot, check out the county’s many unique shops, galleries and studios. Explore museums and historic towns. Sample some of our locally made beer and wine, or pamper your body with a massage and a hot spring soak.