Timberon offers local recreation and nature activities: a golf course is at the center of town, along with two fishing ponds; hiking trails in the Lincoln National Forest and wildlife in the surrounding area round out the options. If you’re looking for a place to stay, consider whether you’d like your visit to focus more on golf and fishing or on hiking and wildlife viewing.
Golf, Fishing, and Horseshoes
Timberon Golf Course is a 9-hole course in the center of Timberon, at an elevation of 7,150 feet. Many greens and the driving range offer panoramic views of the Sacramento Mountain Range. The format of play, central location, and views of the mountain range provide concrete details about the golf experience.
The horseshoe pits are on the golf course, behind the High Country Bar and Grill, next to green number 9. One of the two fishing ponds is near the driving range and next to the horseshoe pits. Both ponds are maintained by the Timberon Water and Sanitation District for the Timberon community. You need a New Mexico fishing license to fish in the ponds.
Hiking, Wildlife, and Road Conditions
Timberon is conveniently located for accessing hiking trails in the Lincoln National Forest. In the surrounding area, you can look for deer, elk, and other wildlife. The locations differ: the trails are in the Lincoln National Forest, while wildlife viewing refers to the area around Timberon. You can weigh these two nature-related interests separately when planning your trip.
The road from Cloudcroft to Timberon via the Sunspot Scenic Byway is fully paved. By contrast, side roads and residential streets are unpaved and consist of dirt and rock. This distinction matters when planning your drive: the stated route is paved, while road conditions within town are different.
History and Events
The property now known as Timberon was acquired from the State of New Mexico in 1933 by Judge Paul Moss.
In July 2025, Timberon hosted a flintknapping workshop on working with flint. Another event was already being planned at the time, and the spaces reserved for it were filling quickly.
Visitor Information
The Timberon Community Pool is closed for the 2026 season. Check its status again when planning a trip in a later season. Timberon Golf Course is seasonal; check its current accessibility before visiting. The timing of these notices differs: the pool closure specifically applies to 2026, while the golf course depends on the season.
There is a playground area at Timberon Lodge. Road maps of Timberon are available at the TDC Welcome Center; check availability before your trip.
Discover more destinations: Cloudcroft, Alamogordo, Weed.
Go to the broader travel guide: Otero County.
