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El Vado Lake State Park

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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: 04-06-2026 - ongoing
We want everyone to go home safe. Wear life jackets when in or around water for your safety.
    Posting Dates: 08-01-2024 - ongoing

Closures

No closures are posted.

Restrictions

Comfort Station is open daily from 8 am to 8 pm.
    Posting Dates: 5/5/2026 - ongoing
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: 4/6/2026 - ongoing

Boating Conditions

Poor
Elevation (MSL): 6,809.870
Surface (Acres): 774.000
Volume (Acre Feet): 16,199.000
    Last Updated 9/7/2026



Job Opportunities

No Job Opportunities are posted.


Seasonal Jobs

No Seasonal Jobs are posted.


Volunteer Positions

No Volunteer Positions are posted.




ADDRESS & PHONE

State Road 112
Tierra Amarilla NM 87575
575-588-7247

 
 
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