There are many hidden gems in New Mexico, but did you know there’s an entire town that’s a secret to most? This tiny town off Highway 60 might be small, but it sure is sweet. The people will steal your heart, but only if the baked goods don’t first. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth at this charming little slice of heaven in the Land of Enchantment.

Welcome to Pie Town!
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This remote, unincorporated town in New Mexico might not have streets lined with sugar, but it's just as sweet.
This Catron County town jokes about being "3.14 miles from the middle of nowhere."
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This town is seriously small, with a population of 186. Even though it's tiny, it's also been nicknamed America’s Friendliest Little Town.
The name of the town actually comes from one of the first merchants who had a strong urge to bake homemade pies for visitors passing through.
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With pie being nearly the only thing in this town, the name caught on.
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Oddly enough, there have been times where there were no pies in town!
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Thankfully, two restaurants, Good Pie Cafe and Pie-O-Neer have put the pie back in Pie Town.
Pie-O-Neer is worth the drive to Pie Town, but they're only open from March 14th until the fall. Make sure to call ahead, as their hours change often.
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You can learn more about the incredible pie shop right here.
So… who exactly lives in Pie Town?
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Though there's not much here, Pie Town has quite the charm to it. A lot of artists have moved here to enjoy their solitude and work on their art in peace. The quaint town might not hold many, but the residents enjoy their quiet life.
At the end of the day, people come here for the pie.
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Though you'll find the sweet, buttery stuff in cafes and bakeries all over the country, there's something incredible about enjoying it in a town that holds so much love for the dessert.
Pie Town might be in the middle of nowhere, but it's worth the trek, if only to say you've been!
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Pie Town is located on "Pieway" 60 in Catron County, New Mexico.

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