Lakes / New Mexico / Lakes Near Las Cruces
Lakes Near Las Cruces, New Mexico
8 counted New Mexico lakes sit within 60 miles of Las Cruces - the largest is Caballo Reservoir at 4,617.43 acres. Distances are straight-line from the city center.
| Lake | County | Distance | Surface Area | Max Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caballo Reservoir | Sierra | 54 mi | 4,617.43 acres | - |
| Lake Lucero | Doña Ana | 35 mi | 3,325.54 acres | - |
| Big Salt Lake | Sierra | 58 mi | 743.54 acres | - |
| Lake Tank | Doña Ana | 11 mi | 118.8 acres | - |
| Old Coe Lake | Doña Ana | 23 mi | 91.68 acres | - |
| Quirke Lake | Doña Ana | 29 mi | 57.58 acres | - |
| Bassett Lake | Otero | 56 mi | 37.31 acres | - |
| Sibley Hole | Luna | 41 mi | 27.92 acres | - |
Sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset lake data; lake coordinates from the USGS NHD. Verified October 30, 2026.