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: 08-21-2023 - 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: 08-21-2023 - ongoing |
Heron Lake State Park is open for Day Use (6a-9p).
Posting Dates: 11-16-2023 - ongoing |
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.
Posting Dates: 7/27/2021 - 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.
Posting Dates: 12/20/2021 - ongoing |
Seasonal Closure: Ponderosa, Salmon Run, and Brushy Point. Reopens May 14th.
Posting Dates: 2/6/2024 - 5/13/2024 |
Seasonal closure: Island View, Rincon, and Little Oso. Reopens May 14th.
Posting Dates: 2/6/2024 - 5/13/2024 |
Fireworks are prohibited in Heron Lake State Park.
Posting Dates: 7/27/2021 - 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: 8/21/2023 - 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 |
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Elevation (MSL): | 7,114.360 |
Surface (Acres): | 2,441.000 |
Volume (Acre Feet): | 100,474.000 |
Last Updated 4/15/2024 |
Heron Lake State Park is preparing for a great camping season in 2024, and is looking for friendly, motivated camp hosts and volunteers to assist with operations from May - September. Visit the state parks website to learn more and apply for a volunteer position.
Posting Dates: 2/6/2024 - 5/14/2024 To apply, please contact Mark Schichtle, Park Manager at (575) 588-7470 |