Timberon: Golf, Fishing, and Nature

Timberon combines golf, fishing, and nature with specific points of reference to help you plan your trip. At its center is the Timberon Golf Course; there are also two fishing ponds and horseshoe pits. Timberon is also conveniently located near hiking trails in Lincoln National Forest. If you’re looking for a hotel in Timberon, you can factor these different interests into your trip planning while also taking seasonal and road conditions into account.

Golf, Fishing, and Horseshoes

The Timberon Golf Course is a 9-hole golf course in the center of Timberon, at an elevation of 7,150 feet. These features help put it in context: the number of holes describes the format, its central location tells you where the course is, and its elevation provides a specific reference point for trip planning. Many greens and the driving range offer panoramic views of the Sacramento Mountain Range.

There are two fishing ponds in Timberon, maintained for the community by the Timberon Water and Sanitation District. A New Mexico fishing license is required to fish in the ponds.

One of the ponds is near the driving range and adjacent to the horseshoe pits. The pits are on the golf course next to green number 9, behind the High Country Bar and Grill. These specific locations make it easy to find several recreation spots.

Golf and fishing also differ in their requirements: the golf course has nine holes, while fishing in the ponds requires a New Mexico fishing license. If you plan to fish during your stay, make sure to account for this requirement.

Nature and Seasons

Timberon is conveniently located near hiking trails in Lincoln National Forest, and deer, elk, and other wildlife can be spotted in the area. Hiking and wildlife watching offer different ways to enjoy nature as you plan your trip. The Timberon Community Pool is closed for the 2026 season. If you’re planning a stay in a later season, check its status again for that season.

Getting Here and Finding Your Way

The road from Cloudcroft to Timberon via the Sunspot Scenic Byway is fully paved. By contrast, side roads and residential streets are made of dirt and rock. If you plan to use other roads in addition to this route, keep the change in road surface in mind. Timberon road maps are available at the TDC Welcome Center. If you want to use a map to plan your routes locally, the Welcome Center is the place to go; check that maps are available before your visit.

History and Events

The property now known as Timberon was acquired from the State of New Mexico in 1933 by Judge Paul Moss. Among its secondary purposes were accommodating and entertaining guests for hunts and social gatherings. A flintknapping class was held in Timberon. Minutes from the Timberon Development Council meeting in July 2025 record that another event was being prepared and that places for it were filling up quickly. If you’re planning a trip specifically for a class, check the latest dates in advance.

Explore more destinations: Cloudcroft, Alamogordo, Weed.

For the broader travel overview: Otero County.