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Sugarite Canyon State Park

Announcements

Day use hours are 6 a.m. to dusk.
    Posting Dates: 04-02-2021 - 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: 04-02-2021 - ongoing
The park is a popular destination for bird and butterfly watching.
    Posting Dates: 04-02-2021 - 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: 04-02-2021 - 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: 04-02-2021 - 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: 04-02-2021 - ongoing
The name of the park is actually pronounced "Sugar-EET."
    Posting Dates: 04-02-2021 - 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: 04-04-2021 - ongoing
Park maps and brochures are available on the front porch of the Visitor Center, even if the building is closed.
    Posting Dates: 04-04-2021 - ongoing
When you reserve a campsite, if possible please print out a copy of your receipt to put on your vehicle dash.
    Posting Dates: 04-18-2021 - ongoing

Closures

SODA POCKET CAMPGROUND: closed for off season
    Posting Dates: 10/1/2025 - 4/30/2026
GAMBLE OAK GROUP CAMPSITE: closed for off season
    Posting Dates: 10/1/2025 - 4/30/2026
LAKE MALOYA ADA dock: closed for winter lake conditions
    Posting Dates: 10/6/2025 - 4/3/2026
LAKE MALOYA BOAT DOCK: closed for winter lake conditions
    Posting Dates: 11/9/2025 - 3/31/2026

Restrictions

No restrictions are posted.




Job Opportunities

No Job Opportunities are posted.


Seasonal Jobs

No Seasonal Jobs are posted.


Volunteer Positions

Campground Host
    Posting Dates: 10/23/2025 - ongoing
    To apply, please contact Walter or Carl at (575) 445-5607



ADDRESS & PHONE

211 Highway 526
Raton NM 87740
575-445-5607

 
 
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