New Mexico State Parks Division
State Park Closures
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Bottomless Lake
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(575) 988-3638
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| Construction Notice - Lea Lake Day Use Group Shelter is currently closed for construction. Lea Lake Campground Campsites 4,19, 20, 21 and 24 are currently closed for construction. Lea Lake Campground Bathhouse is currently closed for construction. |
8/9/2022 - ongoing |
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Conchas Lake
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575-868-2270
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| The visitor center is closed. |
4/15/2021 - ongoing |
| Central Campground is closed. |
4/1/2022 - ongoing |
| Beginning June 1, 2022 the park water system will be closed. There will be no water available and the comfort stations and dump station will be closed. Visitors are encouraged to bring all their water to the park for their stay. |
5/10/2022 - ongoing |
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El Vado Lake
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(575) 588-7247
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| A large-scale renovation project of El Vado Dam has forced the closure of the Day Use Area at El Vado Dam. Please stay clear of all construction areas. |
4/11/2022 - ongoing |
| Due to issues with water supply, the comfort station will be will be available during limited hours only (usually between 4 and 6 pm daily). Additionally, treated water is available in the afternoons and by request, as needed. Please bring adequate water storage containers, and we can resupply as required. Apologies for any inconvenience. |
6/4/2022 - 12/1/2022 |
| The Rio Chama Hiking Trail between El Vado and Heron Lake State Parks is currently closed to all users except hunters in possession of a valid hunting tag for the Rio Chama Wildlife Management Area. |
9/12/2022 - 12/1/2022 |
| Most primitive camping areas at El Vado Lake State Park have closed for the season. These areas include South Point, Sands Cove, The Peninsula, and The North El Vado Recreation Area. The Pinon Beach and Shale Point campgrounds (developed sites) have also closed for the season. Developed campsites at Grassy Point and Elk Run are scheduled to close for the winter season on December 1, 2022. |
9/17/2022 - 12/1/2022 |
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Elephant Butte Lake
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(575) 744-5923
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| Continue established indefinite closure of Cliffs Area due to cliff hazards because of low water levels. |
9/25/2019 - ongoing |
| The Boat ramp at South Monticello remains closed due to low water levels. |
4/2/2021 - ongoing |
| The Boat ramp at Rock Canyon closed due to low water levels |
7/14/2022 - 3/10/2023 |
| Comfort Station # 1 is closed due to plumbing problems. |
7/14/2022 - 4/30/2023 |
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Heron Lake
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(575) 588-7470
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| Heron Lake is closed to the use of operation of all Off Highway Vehicles (OHV's). This includes but is not limited to Off Highway Motorcycles, Side-By Sides, Quad Runners, and Snowmobiles. |
7/27/2021 - ongoing |
| The stairway to the suspension bridge located at Rio Chama Trailhead is closed. Access to the Rio Chama can be gained using the BOR access road. |
8/22/2021 - ongoing |
| Rio Chama Trailhead and access to the Rio Chama Trail is closed due to construction in the area. Access to the Rio Chama River can be gained at the North El Vado Day Use Area. |
12/20/2021 - ongoing |
| Due to low water levels we are unable to provide courtesy docks for boaters. |
6/22/2022 - ongoing |
| The following boat ramps are closed due to low water conditions: Willow, Sierra Vista, La Laja and Primitive. Small vessels and paddle craft can be launched from the shoreline. |
9/19/2022 - ongoing |
| The following campgrounds and primitive camping areas are closed for the season: Brushy Point, Island View, Salmon Run, Ponderosa, Little Oso, and Rincon. |
9/19/2022 - 5/14/2023 |
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Storrie Lake
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(505) 425-7278
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| Storrie Lake State Park boat ramp and lake access to all motorized vessels is closed effective immediately. |
3/30/2022 - ongoing |
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Sumner Lake
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(575) 355-2541
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| The Alamo boat ramp is closed |
8/23/2022 - ongoing |
| The Eastside shoreline is closed. |
8/23/2022 - ongoing |
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