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Heron Lake State Park

Announcements

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
Heron Lake State Park is open for Day Use (6a-9p).
    Posting Dates: 11-16-2023 - ongoing

Closures

Due to the onset of sub-freezing winter temperatures, the comfort stations at Island View and Blanco campgrounds are winterized and closed from October 15 through May 15.
    Posting Dates: 9/19/2025 - 5/15/2026
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
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

Restrictions

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
Fireworks are prohibited in Heron Lake State Park.
    Posting Dates: 7/27/2021 - ongoing

Boating Conditions

Poor
Elevation (MSL): 7,077.190
Surface (Acres): 1,580.000
Volume (Acre Feet): 39,697.000
    Last Updated 3/30/2026



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ADDRESS & PHONE

640 State Road 95
Los Ojos NM 87551
575-588-7470

 
 
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