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State Park Announcements

Bluewater Lake (505) 876-2391
For reservations you can reach Reserve America at 877-664-7787
    Posting Dates: 2/27/2021 - ongoing
Seasonal hours for Bluewater Lake State Park: April 1st to Oct 30th 6am to 9pm Nov 1st to Mar 31st 7am to 5pm
    Posting Dates: 1/11/2022 - 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. 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
    Posting Dates: 8/22/2023 - ongoing
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
    Posting Dates: 8/22/2023 - ongoing
Bluewater Lake has an EV Charging Station. Please be aware of our seasonal entrance hours: April 1st to Oct 30th 6am to 9pm Nov 1st to Mar 31st 7am to 5pm
    Posting Dates: 12/17/2023 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety.
    Posting Dates: 8/1/2024 - ongoing
Bluewater Lake is now closed to boating. The surface is approximately 80 % frozen over, with ice thickness at around 2 inches and less. Please refrain from going out onto the ice at this time.
    Posting Dates: 1/13/2025 - ongoing
Bottomless Lake (575) 988-3638
Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. 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.
    Posting Dates: 1/8/2024 - ongoing
Visitor Center Temporarily Closed: Visitor Center at Bottomless Lakes is Temporarily closed due to Visitor Center flooring remodel.
    Posting Dates: 10/29/2024 - ongoing
State Highway 409 is reduced to one lane from MM 2 to MM 3 - Bridge on NM409 is reduced to on lane. Motorist are urged to use caution and expect delays
    Posting Dates: 11/8/2024 - ongoing
Brantley Lake (505) 690-2757
Status
    Posting Dates: 3/18/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Caballo Lake (575) 743-3942
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station located next to Visitor Center is available to the public for use. A $5 vehicle entry fee is required
    Posting Dates: 3/17/2021 - ongoing
Hours of operation for day use 6am to 9pm daily
    Posting Dates: 3/30/2021 - ongoing
Primitive Camping allowed on first come first serve basis
    Posting Dates: 5/17/2021 - ongoing
DIRECTIONS: On Google Maps use “EV Charging Station” as your destination for the Visitor Center. Iphone maps app is correct by typing Caballo Lake State Park. If you end up at Smith Ranch, turnaround head south and make a left onto HWY 187 for six miles and Caballo Lake’s main entrance will be on the left side.
    Posting Dates: 3/17/2022 - ongoing
Water has been restored at the Lakeside Recreational area at Caballo Lake State Park. There is now water at Stallion Campground, Appaloosa Campground, and Palomino Campground. The bathrooms and showers in Palomino and Stallion are available for use.
    Posting Dates: 7/25/2024 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety. This park has a life jacket loaner station located at the visitor Center for those who need one during their visit.
    Posting Dates: 8/9/2024 - ongoing
Cerrillos Hills (505) 474-0196
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.
    Posting Dates: 7/2/2021 - ongoing
Cimarron Canyon (575) 377-6271
Poison Ivy is found throughout the park. See the attached flyer for more information
    Posting Dates: 8/11/2023 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
All comfort stations or restrooms with flushable toilets will be closed on October 1st along with most water faucets. Water can be located in the Tolby Campground attached to the well house (light brown building). Also the the gray water dump stations are closed.
    Posting Dates: 10/22/2023 - ongoing
CAUTION : Tussock Moth has been identified in Cimarron Canyon State Park. The Tussock Moth caterpillars have thousands of tiny hairs covering their bodies. The female moths, egg masses, and cocoons also have hairs. Tussockosis can occur as an allergic reaction from direct contact with insects or airborne hairs. Symptoms may include itchiness, skin rashes, skin irritation, watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. More severe reactions, though less common, include blisters, coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness.
    Posting Dates: 8/10/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Clayton Lake & Dinosaur Trackways 575-374-8808
Group shelter is now available for use.
    Posting Dates: 5/13/2022 - ongoing
Conchas Lake 575-868-2270
The boat ramp in the State Park North Area is open. There is a boat ramp open in the Army Corps of Engineers area on the South Side. Lake levels are very low and boaters are advised to use caution. Shoreline launching of trailered boats is not allowed. Hand launching of paddle craft and smaller vessels from the shoreline is allowed. Trailered boats must launch from the south boat ramp.
    Posting Dates: 8/16/2022 - ongoing
Coyote Creek 575-387-2328
Construction ongoing throughout Coyote Creek State Park to create new camping areas and renovate existing campsites and facilities.
    Posting Dates: 12/8/2023 - ongoing
Water System Transition. Coyote Creek may experience times without potable water. Please manage accordingly when visiting. We will be in the process of transitioning Coyote Creeks Water system to a new and improved water supply.
    Posting Dates: 2/27/2024 - ongoing
Seasonal closure "South End , River Group Shelter , YCC Group Area , Water System , Comfort Station , Encino Loop" from October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025
    Posting Dates: 9/19/2024 - 3/31/2025
Eagle Nest Lake (575) 377-1594
Courtesy Docks will be removed on October 8th. The boat ramp will still be open and boats can launch until Ice starts developing over the entire lake.
    Posting Dates: 9/21/2024 - ongoing
Eagle Nest Lake surface is temporarily closed to all activities due to recent winter weather conditions that created unsafe conditions. The lake is currently closed to all watercrafts including canoes, kayaks, inflatables, and all types of motorboats. The lake is also closed to all foot/patron traffic. Park staff will continue to monitor ice conditions for ice fishing.
    Posting Dates: 12/19/2024 - ongoing
El Vado Lake (575) 588-7247
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. 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.
    Posting Dates: 8/21/2023 - ongoing
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.
    Posting Dates: 8/21/2023 - ongoing
During the dam renovation project, treated water is available to campers every afternoon between 4 and 6, and by request at any time.
    Posting Dates: 4/14/2024 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety.
    Posting Dates: 8/1/2024 - ongoing
Elephant Butte Lake (575) 744-5923
Hours of operation for day use 6:00 am to 9:00 pm daily.
    Posting Dates: 3/1/2021 - ongoing
NM OHV Act and State Park Regulations prohibits use of off highway motor vehicles in New Mexico State Parks. NMSA 66-3-1011, 16-2-33 19 NMAC Ch 5 Sec 2.16 A
    Posting Dates: 6/21/2024 - ongoing
Fenton Lake (575) 829-3630
Fenton Lake is 100% Reservation only for camping. To make reservations please call 1-877-664-7787 or visit Reserve America's website..
    Posting Dates: 1/5/2024 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety.
    Posting Dates: 8/1/2024 - ongoing
Fenton Lake is now completely covered in dangerously thin ice. Going onto the ice for any reason is strictly prohibited. When ice conditions change, so will this update.
    Posting Dates: 11/8/2024 - ongoing
Fenton Lake's water has been shut off due to freezing temperatures. Please bring your own water.
    Posting Dates: 11/8/2024 - ongoing
Fenton Lake State Park has switched to winter hours. Fenton Lake is open from 7AM to 4PM. Lake Fork Rd side is closed and will remain closed through the winter months.
    Posting Dates: 1/16/2025 - ongoing
Heron Lake (575) 588-7470
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. 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
    Posting Dates: 8/21/2023 - ongoing
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.
    Posting Dates: 8/21/2023 - ongoing
Heron Lake State Park is open for Day Use (6a-9p).
    Posting Dates: 11/16/2023 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety.
    Posting Dates: 8/1/2024 - ongoing
Boil Water Advisory
    Posting Dates: 9/16/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Hyde Memorial 505-983-7175
No WiFi or cell service is available at the Hyde Lodge
    Posting Dates: 6/20/2024 - ongoing
Hyde Park Sled Hill is Open
    Posting Dates: 12/26/2024 - ongoing
Limited water available at the Ranger Station when a park employee is present. 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    Posting Dates: 12/29/2024 - ongoing
Leasburg Dam 575-524-4068
Camping is available by reservation only.
    Posting Dates: 2/24/2021 - ongoing
Playground is now open for park visitors.
    Posting Dates: 4/7/2021 - ongoing
Restrooms and showers now open
    Posting Dates: 4/16/2021 - ongoing
Leasburg Dam State Park Day-Use area Closed
    Posting Dates: 10/14/2024 - 3/27/2025
Mesilla Valley Bosque (575) 523-4398
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.
    Posting Dates: 2/25/2021 - ongoing
Group Shelter is available for use.
    Posting Dates: 10/13/2022 - ongoing
Morphy Lake (575) 387-2328
Seasonal Closure. Morphy Lake State Park will be closing November 7, 2024 through March 1 2025 due to weather conditions.
    Posting Dates: 11/7/2024 - 3/1/2025
Navajo Lake (505) 632-2278
Camping is available by reservation only.
    Posting Dates: 2/24/2021 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety. This park has a life jacket loaner station located at the visitor center for those who need one during their visit.
    Posting Dates: 8/1/2024 - ongoing
Water Advisory
    Posting Dates: 9/16/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
NM Highway 539 Road Closure
    Posting Dates: 9/16/2024 - 5/1/2025
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Cottonwood Boil Water Advisory
    Posting Dates: 9/18/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Pine Boil Water Advisory
    Posting Dates: 9/18/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Oasis (575) 356-5331
Developed camping is available with both reservation and first come, first served sites. Electric sites are available by reservation and first come, first served sites.
    Posting Dates: 1/6/2024 - 1/6/2027
Oliver Lee (575) 437-8284
The park's gate is open 24/7.
    Posting Dates: 1/6/2024 - 1/1/2027
The group shelter can be reserved by calling the park at (505) 660-7381.
    Posting Dates: 3/20/2024 - 12/31/2025
Beginning in May 2025, the entry to Oliver Lee Memorial State Park will be under construction. This work is projected to wrap up around the end of September 2025. The park will be open during this time with the following exceptions: The group area will be closed. No overflow camping will be available. The dump station will be closed. Alternate sites available upon request. While construction is underway, there will be dust and noise. Sites 7-14 are the closest to the construction zone. We apologize for the inconvenience.
    Posting Dates: 10/8/2024 - 9/30/2025
The comfort station is open 8:00am to 4:00pm. Overnight access for campers requires a combination sent with your reservation email confirmation.
    Posting Dates: 10/9/2024 - 4/30/2025
Pancho Villa (575) 531-2711
DAY-USE hours 7AM-4PM; Park gates are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
    Posting Dates: 10/11/2024 - ongoing
Exhibit Hall/Museum Hours: October 15th – April 30th: Open DAILY, 9AM-12PM, 1PM-3PM;
    Posting Dates: 10/11/2024 - ongoing
Due to upcoming construction on the park sewer system, camping reservations are being accepted from October 15th, 2024 through December 31st, 2024.
    Posting Dates: 10/11/2024 - ongoing
Starting January 1st, 2025, all campsites in the park will be available on a “first come, first served” basis due to ongoing construction. Reservations WILL NOT be accepted starting January 1st, 2025.
    Posting Dates: 10/11/2024 - ongoing
Pecos Canyon (505) 670-8196
Road Conditions Beware of Pot holes on NM Highway 63
    Posting Dates: 4/11/2023 - ongoing
Rio Mora Day Use Area Closed for Construction beginning 11/1/2024
    Posting Dates: 10/28/2024 - 5/31/2025
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
All Campgrounds at Pecos Canyon State Park will be first come first serve.
    Posting Dates: 11/1/2024 - 4/1/2025
Percha Dam (575) 743-3942
Hours of operation for day use 6am to 9pm daily
    Posting Dates: 3/30/2021 - ongoing
Lower Comfort Station is open. Showers are also available at the Lower Comfort Station.
    Posting Dates: 4/16/2021 - ongoing
Dry Camping Allowed on first come first serve basis
    Posting Dates: 5/17/2021 - ongoing
Rio Grande Nature Ctr. (505) 344-7240
Nature Shop hours vary based on volunteer availability. Please call ahead to check daily hours. (505)344-7240
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 6/29/2021 - ongoing
Hazard limb warning: Some species of trees commonly “self prune.” Poplars are most known for branch drop and cottonwoods (Populous deltoids) are poplars. Their branches tend to drop Spring through Fall with most drops happening at the time the leaves are falling. While stressors can contribute (high winds, heavy snowfall, ice, disease and insects) the branches drop under healthy circumstances as well.
    Posting Dates: 10/12/2021 - ongoing
New Visitor Center Hours 9am-4pm
    Posting Dates: 1/1/2025 - ongoing
Rockhound (575) 546-6182
Camping is available by reservation only.
    Posting Dates: 2/24/2021 - ongoing
Group shelter use is currently not available.
    Posting Dates: 2/24/2021 - ongoing
Pubic Notice
    Posting Dates: 8/2/2024 - ongoing
    Please view Detail Announcemnt (pdf)
Santa Rosa Lake (575) 472-3110
Boat ramp has been opened back up for motorized and non motorized vessels. Water levels still remain low so be cautious with hazards that might be in water.
    Posting Dates: 9/30/2024 - 6/30/2025
Storrie Lake (505) 425-7278
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
    Posting Dates: 1/22/2024 - ongoing
Camping is available by reservation. Primitive Camping is available on a first come first serve basis
    Posting Dates: 1/22/2024 - ongoing
From October 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025: The park entrance gate will open at 7am and close at 5pm; Water lines throughout the park will be shut down to prevent freezing; One hydrant near the comfort station will remain open; seasonal closure of the Main Comfort Station;
    Posting Dates: 10/23/2024 - 3/31/2025
Please use caution when boating at Storrie lake there is floating debris due to recent snow melt.
    Posting Dates: 11/25/2024 - 3/31/2025
Sugarite Canyon (575) 445-5607
Day use hours are 6 a.m. to dusk.
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 4/2/2021 - ongoing
The park is a popular destination for bird and butterfly watching.
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 4/2/2021 - ongoing
The name of the park is actually pronounced "Sugar-EET."
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 4/4/2021 - ongoing
Park maps and brochures are available on the front porch of the Visitor Center, even if the building is closed.
    Posting Dates: 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.
    Posting Dates: 4/18/2021 - ongoing
Lake Alice has no fishable shoreline and is posted as closed due to hazardous ice conditions. Lake Maloya shoreline is approximately half frozen. Ice continues to form at night and then melt away during the day. Hazardous ice condition signs are posted but the lake remains open to shoreline fishing in allowable locations.
    Posting Dates: 12/30/2024 - ongoing
Villanueva (575) 421-2957
Park Gate Hours- 7AM To 7PM October Thru March and 7AM To 9PM April Thru September o
    Posting Dates: 3/21/2023 - ongoing
Dump Station Closed Until Further Notice
    Posting Dates: 9/26/2023 - 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, any overnight use must be approved with a Special Use Permit prior to booking the site more than one day.
    Posting Dates: 7/10/2024 - ongoing
Camping is available by reservation. A limited number of first-come, first-serve campsites are also available. Making reservations is encouraged.
    Posting Dates: 7/10/2024 - ongoing
Life Jacket's REQUIRED on Pecos River! You must wear a life jacket on any inflatable device, Paddle Board, Paddle Boat, Canoe or Kayak, including Float Tube's.
    Posting Dates: 7/10/2024 - ongoing
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