dam site lodge

A historic location that’s perfect for retreats, weddings, family reunions, or other special occasions.

elephant butte community center

Available for craft shows, meetings and other types of events.

boats for sale at butte marine general store elephant butte

Fishing supplies and fuel, plus boat and OHV sales.

sierra del rio golf course with turtle mountain in the background

18 holes, putting green, pitching green, driving range, pro shop.

Expansive view of Elephant Butte Dam in southern New Mexico.

Construction of Elephant Butte Dam was completed in 1916. The adjacent Dam Site Recreation Area was built later as part of The New Deal.

Massage services at Spa Escape Salon in Elephant Butte NM.

A cozy comfy spa offering hair cuts and styling, massage, facials, manicures, and pedicures. Come take your shoes off, grab a cookie and treat yourself to a spa day.

boat towing inflatable tubes at elephant butte lake

New Mexico’s largest body of water, Elephant Butte Lake offers a wealth of recreation – fishing, boating, sailing, and camping on miles of sandy beaches.

dam site marina elephant butte nm

Kayak and standup paddle board rentals, boat slip rentals, fishing from the dock, and a convenience store.

Desert view rv park on warm springs boulevard in elephant butte.

Guests of Desert View love their amazing 360-degree views of Turtle Mountain, Mud Mountain, the Fra Cristobals, the San Mateos and the Black Range, all visible from the park. A pickeball court is in the works. And Desert View just opened a new coffee shop and cafe, Kokopelli’s, which is open to the public and … Read more

bigfoot wine bar and patio outdoor seating with firepits

Appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and a large patio for outdoor dining.

casa taco elephant butte

A variety of fresh-made tacos and other Mexican and American food.