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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| Group Shelter use is currently not allowed. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| For reservations you can reach Reserve America at 877-664-7787 |
2/27/2021 - ongoing |
| As of April 1st the summer hours for Bluewater State Park are 6am-9pm |
4/5/2021 - ongoing |
| Shoreline camping is now available, however, please follow the current guidelines outlined by the Governor and public Health officials.. |
4/15/2021 - ongoing |
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Brantley Lake
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(575) 457-2384
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| No camping or overnight use. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelter use is not currently available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Brantley Lake State Park is open Thursday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. DAY USE only, NO overnight camping allowed. |
3/4/2021 - ongoing |
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Caballo Lake
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(575) 743-3942
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| Group shelter use is not currently available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station located next to Visitor Center is available to the public for use. A $5 vehicle entry fee is required |
3/17/2021 - ongoing |
| Hours of operation for day use 6am to 9pm daily |
3/30/2021 - ongoing |
| Lower Riverside & Palomino Comfort Stations are open for use. Showers are available for use in Lower Riverside and Palomino Comfort Stations. |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| Primitive Camping allowed on first come first serve basis |
5/17/2021 - ongoing |
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Cerrillos Hills
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(505) 474-0196
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| Visitor Center open Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm |
7/1/2021 - 12/1/2021 |
| Looking for an annual pass, but can't make Visitor Center open hours? Call the park phone number. Expect a callback to arrange a meeting time at the visitor center. Only exact cash or check is accepted for payment. |
7/2/2021 - ongoing |
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Cimarron Canyon
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(575) 377-6271
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| Beginning 4/16/2021 Cimarron Canyon State Park will be open for day use and camping. Blackjack sites are available on a first come first served basis. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Tolby, Maverick and Ponderosa are reservation only. The Maverick water system is open for the season. Comfort stations are currently open. |
6/23/2021 - ongoing |
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City of Rocks
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(575) 536-2800
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Day use hours are from 7AM to 9PM daily. |
3/30/2021 - 9/30/2022 |
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Conchas Lake
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575-868-2270
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| New Mexico State Parks issued a “boil water advisory” for the Conchas Lake 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. |
10/13/2020 - ongoing |
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Coyote Creek
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575-387-2328
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| Coyote Creek State Park is open for day use and camping. Camping reservations are strongly encouraged. Non-reservation sites will be available on a first come first served basis. The comfort station is open. |
6/21/2021 - 11/1/2021 |
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El Vado Lake
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(575) 588-7247
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| Reservation and First Come-First Serve camping is available at Grassy Point, Elk Run and Pinion Beach campgrounds. Remote camping is available at South Point, Sands Cove, Hargroves, North El Vado Rec Area and Peninsula. Camping Fees are $10.00 for non-electric developed site, $14.00 for water and electric site, $18.00 for full hookups and $8.00 for remote camping. |
5/14/2021 - 10/4/2021 |
| Reservation and First Come-First Serve camping is available at Grassy Point, Elk Run and Pinion Beach campgrounds. Remote camping is available at South Point, Sands Cove, Hargroves, North El Vado Rec Area and Peninsula. Camping Fees are $10.00 for non-electric developed site, $14.00 for water and electric site, $18.00 for full hookups and $8.00 for remote camping. |
5/14/2021 - 10/4/2021 |
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Fenton Lake
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(575) 829-3630
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| Fenton Lake is now 100% Reservation only for camping. To make reservations please call 1-877-664-7787. |
4/1/2021 - ongoing |
| Park is now open to out of state visitors. Camping is now open by reservation only and all campsites are currently open. To make reservations, please call 1-877-664-7787. Our hours are back to normal 6AM-9PM |
6/3/2021 - ongoing |
| There are no current fire restrictions at Fenton Lake and the Santa Fe National Forest. |
7/1/2021 - ongoing |
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Heron Lake
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(575) 588-7470
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Sierra Vista and Primitive Boat Ramps are open |
7/6/2021 - ongoing |
| Heron Lake State Park developed campgrounds are open for RESERVATION ONLY camping. Campgrounds requiring a reservation are: Willow, Blanco, Brushy Point, Island View, Salmon Run, Ridge Rock, Ponderosa, La Laja and Piedra Vista. Remote camping is available without a reservation at Little Oso, Rincon, and Shore line between Sierra Vista and La Laja boat ramps. Remote camping fee is $8.00 per night payable at any pay station or the park office |
7/26/2021 - ongoing |
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Leasburg Dam
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575-524-4068
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| River Day Use Area will open on April 2, 2021 |
4/2/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
| Leasburg Dam State Park day-use open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| Playground is now open for park visitors. |
4/7/2021 - ongoing |
| Restrooms and showers now open |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
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Manzano Mountains
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(505) 469-7608
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| Manzano Mountains State Park is open for the season as of April 1st, 2021. All campsites require reservations. |
3/29/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
| The unpaved road leading into Manzano Mountains State Park is difficult to traverse during inclement weather. Use extreme caution if road is wet or snow packed. |
7/7/2021 - 12/1/2021 |
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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(575) 523-4398
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Mesilla Vally Bosque Park is open 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please check the website for Holiday Closures. |
2/25/2021 - ongoing |
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Navajo Lake
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(505) 632-2278
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| The Pine E Loop comfort station is closed due to vandalism and destruction of property. |
7/27/2021 - ongoing |
| Comfort stations are open at Pine, Cedar, and Sims. |
7/27/2021 - ongoing |
| Water will be temporarily unavailable at Cottonwood Campground. Vault toilets are available in the Cottonwood Day-Use Area. Comfort stations are open at Pine Main and Cedar Campgrounds. Thank you for your patience while the issue is resolved. |
7/27/2021 - ongoing |
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Oasis
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(575) 356-5331
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| The comfort station is open but the showers remain closed. |
3/1/2021 - ongoing |
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Oliver Lee
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(575) 437-8284
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| The park's gate is open 24/7. |
3/31/2021 - ongoing |
| Vault toilets are available in the campground. |
3/31/2021 - ongoing |
| All campsites are currently reservation only. |
6/27/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
| The park's visitor center is open every day except Monday 9-4. |
6/27/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
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Pancho Villa
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(575) 531-2711
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| DAY-USE hours 7AM-4PM; Park gates are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Camping via reservation is HIGHLY recommended; The total number of "first come, first take" sites is very limited; |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| Showers are open as of 4/16/2021. |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelters are available for use as of 4/16/2021; |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| The Visitor Center/Exhibit Hall will be OPEN Friday-Sunday, 9AM-12PM & 1PM-330PM. Hours may change due to staffing and/or holiday schedules. Visitors who would like to visit Monday-Thursday will need to please check with the park office for more information. |
5/19/2021 - ongoing |
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Pecos Canyon
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(505) 670-8196
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Camping is open in Bert Clancy first come first serve - 9 sites are available maximum number of vehicles per site is two (2) |
6/22/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
| Camping is open in Terrero and Mora Campgrounds by reservation only. Go to Reserve America to make a reservation prior to your trip. |
6/22/2021 - 9/30/2021 |
| There are no tables available at campsites. There are no fire rings, campfires are not allowed in Pecos Canyon State Park. |
7/21/2021 - 12/31/2021 |
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Percha Dam
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(575) 743-3942
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Hours of operation for day use 6am to 9pm daily |
3/30/2021 - ongoing |
| Lower Comfort Station is open. Showers are also available at the Lower Comfort Station. |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| Dry Camping Allowed on first come first serve basis |
5/17/2021 - ongoing |
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Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
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(505) 344-7240
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| Nature Shop hours vary based on volunteer availability. Please call ahead to check daily hours. (505)344-7240 |
4/27/2021 - ongoing |
| Park grounds are open 7 days a week to all visitors from 8 am to 5 pm. The Visitor Center is open 10 am to 4 pm. |
6/29/2021 - ongoing |
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Rockhound
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(575) 546-6182
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
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Santa Rosa Lake
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(575) 472-3110
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Fires are now allowed at Santa Rosa Lake State Park in the designated grills and fire rings. |
5/20/2021 - ongoing |
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Storrie Lake
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(505) 425-7278
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| Camping is available by reservation. Primitive Camping is available on a first come first serve basis |
5/3/2021 - ongoing |
| Group Shelter is for DAY USE ONLY 7am to 9pm. To reserve group shelter you need to reserve it on reserveamerica.com or call 877-664-7787 |
6/27/2021 - ongoing |
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Sugarite Canyon
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(575) 445-5607
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| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Day use hours are 6 a.m. to dusk. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| Lake Maloya and Lake Alice are periodically stocked with rainbow trout. In addition, prior to 2020, the Friends of Sugarite annually stocked Lake Maloya with three-to-five-pound trophy trout. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| The park is a popular destination for bird and butterfly watching. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| Sugarite Canyon State Park maintains more than 20 miles of trails. Some trails are open for bicycles and horses. Leashed pets are allowed. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| The remains of the historic Sugarite Coal Camp are located in the park. Prior to arrival, visitors can download a free Flyover Country field guide app to their cellphones for the Sugarite Coal Camp trail. In addition, printed self-guided tour pamphlets are available at the Visitor Center. In-person tours are offered during the summer season or by appointment. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| Rock climbing is allowed on the south face of Little Horse Mesa. Climbers should contact the park in advance to ensure access. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| The name of the park is actually pronounced "Sugar-EET." |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| There is no wifi nor cell phone service in the park. Visitors needing a connection must drive about a mile south of the park and pull off the road, or look for a wifi location in Raton six miles from the park. |
4/4/2021 - ongoing |
| Park maps and brochures are available on the front porch of the Visitor Center, even if the building is closed. |
4/4/2021 - ongoing |
| When you reserve a campsite, if possible please print out a copy of your receipt to put on your vehicle dash. |
4/18/2021 - ongoing |
| Soda Pocket Campground is open through Sept. 30, 2021 and will close for the winter on Oct. 1. Campers arriving after dark must have the gate code to access the campground. The code is included in the reservation confirmation. Campers can also call the park at 575-445-5607 to get the code. The gate is locked overnight from dusk until 7 a.m. |
7/23/2021 - ongoing |
| A shower building with flush toilets is available across from the park visitor center. Summer hours are 7 a.m.-4 p.m., but the building is closed from 1-2 p.m. for cleaning. |
7/23/2021 - ongoing |
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Sumner Lake
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(575) 355-2541
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| Camping is available by reservation only. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| Group shelter use is currently not available. |
2/24/2021 - ongoing |
| The comfort station is open but the showers remain closed. |
3/1/2021 - ongoing |
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Ute Lake
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(575) 487-2284
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| Beginning 4/16/2021 Ute Lake State Park will be open for day use and camping. Non-reservation sites will be available on a first come first served basis. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Primitive camping will resume at Mine Canyon, South Side, Rogers, and the North Shoreline. |
4/15/2021 - ongoing |
| Maintain social distance of 6 feet or more. Bring hand sanitizer and additional personal protective equipment. |
6/17/2021 - ongoing |
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Villanueva
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(575) 421-2957
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| Camping is available by reservation. A limited number of first-come, first-serve campsites are also available. Making reservations is encouraged. |
4/16/2021 - ongoing |
| Group Shelter is for DAY USE ONLY 7am to 9pm. To reserve group shelter you need to reserve it on reserveamerica.com or call 877-664-7787 |
6/1/2021 - ongoing |
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