Eagle Nest Lake
Polar Plunge and Polar Stomp Dive into the New Year with a splash at the Annual Polar Bear Plunge at Eagle Nest Lake State Park! Start your year with excitement by participating in the invigorating Polar Stomp Hike at 1 PM, and then take the daring plunge into the icy waters at 2 PM. After braving the cold, cozy up by a warm fire and treat yourself to steaming hot cocoa and delicious cookies. This fun-filled event is the perfect way to kick off your New Year adventures! When: January 1, 2026 Time: Noon Registration for the Plunge Where: Visitor Center, 42 Marina Way, Eagle Nest Lake State Park, Eagle Nest, New Mexico Event sponsored by the Friends of Eagle Nest Lake State Park The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Free to all NM residents and $10 per vehicle for non-residents.
Fees: Regular Fees Apply
Contact: Jordan Mitchell 575-377-1594

Eagle Nest Lake
What's That? It's a Bat! You may see a small figure dance through the night skies here at the park. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a bat and the only mammal that flies! Come to the program and hear of the myths, legends, and facts of the bat. The program takes place at the Visitor Center. The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies for all vehicles. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607

Eagle Nest Lake
Birds of Prey at the Visitor Center Join us for an adventure into the world of raptors. See taxidermized exhibits and listen to the stories of their abilities in flight and incredible hunting prowess of these magnificent creatures up close. Find out the role that they play in their ecological niche. Discover the Conservation Efforts that have taken place and how you can help protect these incredible birds. Program will be near the Visitor Center. The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Jordan Mitchell 575-377-1603

Eagle Nest Lake
Discover the Birds of Prey Join us for an adventure into the world of raptors. See taxidermized exhibits and listen to stories about their flight abilities and the incredible hunting prowess of these magnificent creatures up close. Learn about the role they play in their ecological niche, and discover the conservation efforts that have taken place and how you can help protect these incredible birds. The program will be at the Visitor Center. The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607

Eagle Nest Lake
What's That? It's a Bat! You may see a small figure dance through the night skies here at the park. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a bat! The only mammal that flies! Come to the program and hear of the myths, legends, and facts of the bat. At the Visitor Center The program is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies for all vehicles. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607