TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM | Relaxing in Hot Springs
We slipped into the hot springs at Riverbend Hot Springs and a feeling of zen slipped over us. The serene music playing, the mountains in the distance, and the feeling of the naturally hot water on a cold winter day combined together for a feeling a pure bliss. Our time in New Mexico was short, but this was one of our favorite stops in the entire trip!
Truth or Consequences is best known for two things. The first is the naturally occurring hot springs, the other is the name. Originally known simply as Hot Springs, the name changed in 1950 to honor the famous NBC radio show of the same name.
There is more to Truth or Consequences than just the hot springs. While small, it's one of New Mexico's most charming towns. The downtown area has restaurants, shops, and a fantastic brewery. Everyone we met and talked to was very friendly and welcoming, which only made our visit even more enjoyable.
Truth or Consequences is the most popular in the colder months, as the demand for hot springs goes down as the weather gets warmer. Located about halfway between Albuquerque, NM and El Paso, TX, it's a popular getaway for those looking to get out of the city and into a more rural part of the state.
To read more about things to do in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, check out our blog post here:
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T or C, as it is called locally, is a pretty unique place. From Hot Springs to giant ranches owned by Ted Turner, it is an interesting place. We stayed at Elephant Butte State Park. One of the few that has free WiFi that is actually usable! The history of the area and how T or C became T or C, is pretty interesting! Make sure and subscribe if you would like to follow along with Terri, George(me) & Gizzy on our adventures as we wander the country living full time in our red, 2002 Newmar Dutch Star, diesel pusher RV. I swear, we have to be the only people in a red class A motorhome.
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Truth or Consequences, New Mexico - Riverbend Hot Springs HD (2016)
Truth or Consequences is a spa city and the county seat of Sierra County, New Mexico, United States. In 2012, the population was 6,411. It is commonly known within New Mexico as T or C. It has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names.
Turtleback Mountain - Truth or Consequences, NM
This is my video at the summit. See my hike photos of Turtleback Mountain in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico:
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The Golden Girls Suite at Blackstone Hotsprings
The Golden Girls luxury lodging hot spring spa located in Truth or Consequences NM New Mexico
West Wind Lodge
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Birds in the Blackstone Hotsprings courtyard, September 2012
Here's a video of finches and other birds frolicking in the tall sunflowers at Blackstone Hotsprings' courtyard in Truth or Consequences NM.
Video of Faywood Hot Springs RV Resort, NM from Jayne W.
Storm rolling in from the mountains accross the desert
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▶︎ Beautiful desert location
About 30-45 minutes out of las cruces nm,beautiful desert setting, rv sites, cabins, camp store, several hot springs, some are clothing optional, some family friendly, very remote no cell service but beautiful area, not far from city of rocks state park
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Gila National Forest New Mexico to Truth or Consequences New Mexico | RV Living
This week we drove through Gila National Forest in New Mexico all the way to Truth or Consequences New Mexico! It was such a random treat to drive through Gila National Forest and let Ellie see a small amount of snow for the first time! She thought it was delicious! Deborah drove our baby RV through huge mountains and some hairy situations like a champ, she is such a natural.
We made lots of stops along the way, Ellie got to see Percha Creek Bridge and she loved it so much she tried to stay ????! Order some of her favorite snack ????here:
When we finally made it to Truth or Consequences, New Mexico we found an amazing spot called Point Blanc Winery and Taproom and Bowling Alley and Arcade and Live Music, they seriously had everything! Michael kicked Deborah's butt at bowling and we ate delicious pizza and some tasty New Mexico craft beers. We played seriously 9 or 10 games of bowling because it was so cheap (1$! a game)!
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico was such a fun and random place to stop we had a blast there and highly suggest you check it out.
A little bit about Gila National Forest:
The Gila National Forest is a protected national forest in New Mexico in the southwestern part of the United States established in 1905. It covers approximately 2,710,659 acres (1,096,965 ha) of public land, making it the sixth largest National Forest in the continental United States. The Forest also manages that part of the Apache National Forest that is in New Mexico which totals an additional 614,202 acres for a total of 3.3 million acres managed by the Gila National Forest. Part of the forest, the Gila Wilderness, was established in 1924 as the first designated wilderness reservation by the U.S. federal government. Aldo Leopold Wilderness and the Blue Range Wilderness are also found within its borders. (The Blue Range Primitive Area lies within Arizona in the neighboring Apache National Forest.)
A little bit about Truth or Consequences, New Mexico:
Truth or Consequences is a city in and the county seat of Sierra County, New Mexico, United States. In 2012, the population was 6,411. It is commonly known within New Mexico as T or C. It has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names.
The first bath in the area was built at John Cross Ranch over Geronimo Springs in the late 1800s. However, major settlement did not begin until the construction of Elephant Butte Dam and Reservoir in 1912; the dam was completed in 1916. Elephant Butte Dam was a part of the Rio Grande Project, an early large-scale irrigation effort authorized under the Reclamation Act of 1902. In 1916, the town was incorporated as Hot Springs. It became the Sierra County seat in 1937.
Originally named Hot Springs, the city changed its name to Truth or Consequences, the title of a popular NBC Radio program. In March 1950, Ralph Edwards, the host of the radio quiz show Truth or Consequences, announced that he would air the program on its 10th anniversary from the first town that renamed itself after the show; Hot Springs won the honor, officially changing its name on March 31, 1950 (the program broadcast from there the following evening, April 1). Edwards visited the town during the first weekend of May for the next 50 years. This event was called Fiesta and included a beauty contest, a parade, and a stage show. The city still celebrates Fiesta each year during the first weekend of May. The parade generally features area celebrities such as the Hatch Chile Queen. Fiesta also features a dance in Ralph Edwards Park.
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Riverbend hot spings in Truth or Consequences, NM. Go visit this place!
My family and I enjoying a relaxing day at the local hot springs right near the Rio Grande in T or C. This place is awesome. Right around the corner down the street is a local fishing pond where I had much luck catching trout and sunfish. Those videos coming up soon!
La Paloma hot springs and spa, Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
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NM True TV T-or-C Hot Springs
A radio show contest gave Truth or Consequences, NM its unusual name. But it was originally called Hot Springs. And in this visit by the New Mexico True TV Crew it is easy to see why, and easy to wish you were there for a soak. #NewMexicoTrue
The Jetson's Suite
The Jetson's Suite at Blackstone Hotsprings in downtown Truth or Consequences NM New Mexico
Crushed Puppies - Phydeaux III - Mainstreet Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, 11/14/15
New Mexico's own Cynical Pop Kings, The Conspiracy of the Insignificant, in their Phydeaux III configuration, playing another amazing tune!!
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth Or Consequences
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth Or Consequences
The 2-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth Or Consequences offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Truth Or Consequences (NM). The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Service-minded staff will welcome and guide you at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth Or Consequences. Guestrooms are fitted with all the amenities you need for a good night's sleep. In some of the rooms, guests can find television LCD/plasma screen, non smoking rooms, heating, alarm clock, telephone. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. Convenience and comfort makes Holiday Inn Express & Suites Truth Or Consequences the perfect choice for your stay in Truth Or Consequences (NM).