New Mexico State Parks Division
State Park Announcements
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Bluewater Lake
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(505) 876-2391
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| Fireworks are always prohibited at Bluewater Lake State Park. |
4/30/2018 - ongoing |
| Check out our brand new Electric Vehicle charging station! |
8/26/2018 - 1/31/2019 |
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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 |
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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 is open, fishing is considered good for trout and perch, several pike have been caught recently. Snagging for kokanee is very slow. Campground is open all sites are first come first served, there are no hook-ups or dump station. Reservations are unavailable until spring. |
10/18/2018 - 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 |
| Marina del Sur Boat Ramp is open! |
9/21/2018 - ongoing |
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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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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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Storrie Lake
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(505) 425-7278
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| The comfort stations will be closed, and all water will be shut off through out the park. There are vaults and chemical toilets as alternatives. Starting October 1st gates will open at 7am and close at 5pm |
10/1/2018 - 3/28/2019 |
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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 |
| Camping is first-come, first-served until May 1. Lake Alice Campground and the shower building are open year-round. Soda Pocket Campground has closed for the season. |
10/1/2018 - 4/30/2019 |
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Ute Lake
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(575) 487-2284
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| 2nd Annual Zombie Fun Run 10/27/18 7:30 am 5K/10K/ half marathon |
10/18/2018 - 10/28/2018 |
| Tip Top Bass Tournament |
10/28/2018 - 10/28/2018 |
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