Trail · Southwest NM
Tularosa Cabin
Historic cabin along the Walk In The Past Interpretive Trail #616.
Reserve · Southwest NM
Reserve is a village in Catron County, New Mexico, with a population of 293 at the 2020 census and an elevation of 5,860 ft. It serves as the county seat of Catron County and is known as the site of the 1884 Frisco shootout involving Elfego Baca.
Overview
Reserve is a village in Catron County, New Mexico. The population of Reserve was 293 at the 2020 census. Reserve has an elevation of 5,860 ft. Reserve is the county seat of Catron County. Reserve is the site of the 1884 Frisco shootout involving Elfego Baca.
Things to Do
Explore trails including Tularosa Cabin trail, County B-054 CDNST Trailhead, Mineral Creek #201 Trailhead, Catwalk #207 Trailhead, and Snow Lake #142 Trailhead. Enjoy fishing at Mineral Creek, Gilita Creek and Willow Creek, Whitewater Creek, and Snow Lake Boat Launch. Visit Studio Verde LLC.
Frequently asked
What is the population of Reserve?
The population of Reserve was 293 at the 2020 census.
What is Reserve known for?
Reserve is the site of the 1884 Frisco shootout involving Elfego Baca.
What outdoor activities are available near Reserve?
Trails such as Tularosa Cabin, Mineral Creek #201, Catwalk #207, and Snow Lake #142 plus fishing at Mineral Creek, Gilita Creek and Willow Creek, Whitewater Creek, and Snow Lake.
Upcoming events in Reserve
No upcoming events listed in Reserve right now — see what's on statewide.
Outdoor activities near Reserve
- Trail · Southwest NM
County B-054 CDNST Trailhead
On County Road B-054 (Bursum Rd.) to access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail in the Gila.
- Trail · Southwest NM
Mineral Creek #201 Trailhead
Western lower end of Mineral Creek Trail #201 in the Gila.
- Fishing & water · Southwest NM
Mineral Creek
From confluence with San Francisco River to its headwaters Special Trout Water designation: X-mas chile. Regulations: 2 trout any length, any legal bait and tackle.
- Trail · Southwest NM
Catwalk #207 Trailhead
Trailhead for the Catwalk National Recreation Trail #207 / Whitewater Trail #207 near Glenwood.
- Fishing & water · Southwest NM
Gilita Creek and Willow Creek
Upstream from confluence of Snow Creek to headwaters Special Trout Water designation: X-mas chile, non-native suppression. Regulations: 2 trout any length (Native), unlimited (NN), any legal bait and tackle.
- Fishing & water · Southwest NM
Whitewater Creek
Catwalk National Recreational Trail parking area upstream to headwaters including all tribs Special Trout Water designation: X-mas chile. Regulations: 2 trout any length, any legal bait and tackle.
- Trail · Southwest NM
Snow Lake #142 Trailhead
Trailhead at Snow Lake for Snow Lake Trail #142 in the Gila.
- Fishing & water · Southwest NM
Snow Lake Boat Launch
A small boat launch for non-motorized boats and electric motors at Snow Lake near Dipping Vat Campground.
Sources & verification
Every fact below was independently verified against the cited source.
- Reserve is located in Catron County, New Mexico. en.wikipedia.org · verified June 12, 2026
- The population of Reserve was 293 at the 2020 census. en.wikipedia.org · verified June 12, 2026
- Reserve has an elevation of 5,860 ft. en.wikipedia.org · verified June 12, 2026
- Reserve is the county seat of Catron County. en.wikipedia.org · verified June 12, 2026
- Reserve is the site of the 1884 Frisco shootout involving Elfego Baca. en.wikipedia.org · verified June 12, 2026