New Mexico State Parks Division
State Park Announcements
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Bottomless Lake
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(575) 624-6058
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| Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited except in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. The use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices is allowed, provided such devices meet the fire underwriter's specifications for safety. |
7/24/2018 - 9/30/2018 |
| Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site/improved site, or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. |
7/24/2018 - 9/30/2018 |
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Caballo Lake
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(575) 743-3942
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| Appaloosa and Palomino Campgrounds remain open |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
| Palomino Comfort Station remains open and handles off-season use |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
| Lower Riverside Comfort Station remains open and handles off-season use |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
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Cimarron Canyon
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(575) 377-6271
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| Stage I Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited except in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. |
8/7/2018 - ongoing |
| The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site/improved site, or while standing in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. |
8/7/2018 - ongoing |
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Clayton Lake
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575-374-8808
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| Stage I Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited except in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. |
7/18/2018 - ongoing |
| The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site/improved site, or while standing in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. |
7/18/2018 - ongoing |
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Conchas Lake
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575-868-2270
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| North Area Comfort Station remains open, has solar panels for power and heat |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
| Tip Top Bass Tournament, 10 boats participating; POC: Donny McWhirter 806-333-3116; North Boat Ramp |
10/14/2018 - 10/14/2018 |
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Coyote Creek
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575-387-2328
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| Smoke from current fires in Northern New Mexico are affecting air quality. Coyote Creek State Park and surrounsing areas "may be impacted by smoke because of prevailing winds. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. Information on air quality and protecting your health can be found online at the New Mexico Department of Health’s website". |
7/1/2018 - ongoing |
| Stage I Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited except in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. |
7/18/2018 - ongoing |
| The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site/improved site, or while standing in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material. |
7/18/2018 - ongoing |
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Eagle Nest Lake
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(575) 377-1594
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| Eagle Nest Lake State Park is fully open, fishing has been rated as very good for trout and perch. A few pike have been caught recently, kokanee is very slow. There is a strong Blue-Green Algae bloom so please stay out of the water as it is toxic to humans and dogs. Campground is open with reservations available at nmparks.com. |
7/23/2018 - ongoing |
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El Vado Lake
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(575) 588-7247
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| Stage 2 Fire Restrictions |
5/15/2018 - ongoing |
| Main boat ramp closed due to low water hazards. Still allowing small paddle type craft only. |
7/10/2018 - ongoing |
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Elephant Butte Lake
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(575) 744-5923
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| The Plaza, Lions Beach, Desert Cove, and South Monticello Comfort Stations remain open and handle off-season use |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
| Monticello Boat Ramp Closed |
5/21/2018 - ongoing |
| Rock Canyon Boat Ramp is closed due to lake levels. For additional information please contact the park at 575-744-5923 |
7/28/2018 - 12/31/2018 |
| Rock Canyon Boat Ramp Closed |
7/30/2018 - ongoing |
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Fenton Lake
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(575) 829-3630
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| Fenton Lake State Park will be fully open for day use,Developed camping,RV camping and reservations on Wednesday July 11th at 7:30 a.m. |
7/12/2018 - 9/30/2018 |
| Fenton Lake State Park is fully open to camping and day use. Open campfires are allowed in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. |
7/16/2018 - 9/30/2018 |
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Heron Lake
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(575) 588-7470
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| STAGE I FIRE RESTRICTIONS: |
4/12/2018 - ongoing |
| Access to the Rio Chama Trail Head staircase remains closed at this time for repairs. Visitors can access the trail by utilizing the BOR access road to the Chama River then to the suspension bridge. We will keep the public informed of any changes. Thank you for your patience ! |
4/30/2018 - ongoing |
| The Willow Creek, Ridgerock and La Laja Campgrounds remain open year-round |
4/30/2018 - ongoing |
| Willow Creek Boat Ramp is now closed due to receding water levels in this area. Sierra Vista and La Laja Boat Ramps are open to vessels of all sizes. |
8/2/2018 - ongoing |
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Hyde Memorial
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505-983-7175
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| Reservations for the Lodge are being taken through the park office at 505-983-7175. Information regarding renting the Lodge and available dates can be found at http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/hydeparklodge.html. For group shelter reservations, please contact park office for more information and dates of availability. |
1/30/2018 - 10/15/2018 |
| Hyde Memorial State Park is open to both camping and day use activities effective Wednesday July 11, 2018. The reservation system will begin accepting reservations by Wednesday morning. We apologize for any inconvenience the temporary closure may have caused. |
7/10/2018 - ongoing |
| Hyde Park is experiencing electrical problems. The RV loop has no electricity. Phone and internet communication are intermittent. |
7/29/2018 - ongoing |
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Morphy Lake
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(575) 387-2328
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| Morphy Lake State Park will remain closed until next spring. The closure is due to the upcoming dam renovation project. The dam renovation is scheduled for completion Spring of 2019. |
7/20/2018 - ongoing |
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Navajo Lake
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(505) 632-2278
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| STAGE II FIRE RESTRICTIONS WITHIN THE PARK |
4/24/2018 - ongoing |
| CR 4280 to Cottonwood Campground and Day Use areas may be rough, use caution. |
4/30/2018 - ongoing |
| 3 Rivers Bass Team Trials |
8/18/2018 - 8/19/2018 |
| 3 Rivers Bass Team Trials |
9/15/2018 - 9/16/2018 |
| Duke City Bass Bums Tournament |
10/13/2018 - 10/14/2018 |
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Santa Rosa Lake
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(575) 472-3110
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| The Rocky Point Loop” A” Comfort Station remains open and handles off-season use |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
| Four vault toilets remain open near Juniper Campground and Comfort Station |
9/15/2017 - ongoing |
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Sugarite Canyon
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(575) 445-5607
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| As of 2/26/2016-The New Mexico Environment Department’s Drinking Water Bureau issued a “boil water advisory” for the Sugarite Canyon State Park water system. The water can be made safe by boiling it for at least five minutes at a rolling boil. Alternatively, bottled water can be used. Visitors will be notified when service is returned to normal and the water is again safe to drink. |
5/5/2017 - ongoing |
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Ute Lake
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(575) 487-2284
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| Friends of Ute Lake State Park Trash Pick-up and Sticker Round-up |
8/25/2018 - 8/25/2018 |
| Tip Top Bass Tournament |
8/26/2018 - 8/26/2018 |
| Friends of Ute Lake State Park Trash Pick-up and Sticker Round-up |
9/4/2018 - 9/4/2018 |
| Duke City Bass Bums Tournament |
9/8/2018 - 9/9/2018 |
| American Bass Anglers Tournament |
9/15/2018 - 9/16/2018 |
| Tip Top Bass Tournament |
9/23/2018 - 9/23/2018 |
| Logan Open Bass Tournament |
10/6/2018 - 10/7/2018 |
| Tip Top Bass Tournament |
10/28/2018 - 10/28/2018 |
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