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
Outdoor Enrichment-First Aid MB Outdoor Enrichment Series –First Aid Merit Badge As part of the Outdoor Enrichment Series offered by New Mexico State Parks, this program will cover most of the requirements for the First Aid Merit Badge. Please note that a few requirements cannot be completed during the program itself. Participants should bring a sack lunch and a drink, as no food Open to all youth (Ages 10 1/2 to 17 years old) The program cost is $5 for each participant, with a maximum of $40 for an organized group. Additionally, the regular Park Entrance Fee applies for out-of-state residents. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit. Pre-registration through a responsible adult's email is mandatory. Membership in Scouting is not required; however, the program is geared towards Scouting Badge Requirements. Email Robert.smith@emnrd.nm.gov to sign up. Space is limited to maximum of 12, a minimum of 6. Camping is available in nearby Cimarron Canyon State Park.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 505 303 9490

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