Most popular are rockhounding and hunting.
Small game including quail and dove are plentiful in the area.
For big game, hunters from all over the world find their way to Hidalgo County in search of coues deer, javelina and mule deer. Professional guide service is available. Motel Drive in downtown Lordsburg was once part of the famous Butterfield Trail. It is said by some that you can still hear the hoof beats of the horses and the shouting commands of the stage driver if you listen carefully.