Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. The displays are not intact, but you can still view the house. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Kate German (575) 437-8284

Brantley Lake
Raptor Show at Brantley Lake Enjoy a wildlife conservation talk and meet live birds from the Raptors of New Mexico Foundation at Brantley Lake State Park! The event will be held for visitors starting at 4:30pm.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ray Chapler (505) 690-2757

Living Desert
Raptor Show at the Living Desert Enjoy a wildlife conservation talk and meet live birds from the Raptors of New Mexico Foundation at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! The event will be held at the Living Desert's visitors center starting at 2:00pm.
Fees: Free
Contact: Craig Jennings (575) 887-5516

Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. The displays are not intact, but you can still view the house. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Kate German (575) 437-8284

Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. The displays are not intact, but you can still view the house. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Kate German (575) 437-8284

Sugarite Canyon
Valentine's Polar Plunge Take the leap with your significant other(s) to celebrate Valentine's Day at Lake Maloya! Single leapers welcome. The Friends Group of Sugarite Canyon will serve hot beverages on the shoreline. Emergency personnel will be on site. Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NM/Raton/TakeThePlungePolarPlunge Entry to the park is free for NM Residents. The regular Park Entrance Fee applies for out-of-state residents who ARE NOT registered participants.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Sugarite Canyon State Park 575-445-5607

Cerrillos Hills
Star Party Experience the night sky above Cerrillos Hills State Park. Take in views of Jupiter, Mars, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies. The park telescope will be set up across from the main park entrance in the vault toilet lot.  The program starts promptly at 7:00 p.m. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit. Free entry for New Mexico residents!
Fees: out of state $10 per vehicle
Contact: park staff 505-474-0196

Heron Lake
New Mexico Boating Safety Course Free, 8-hour class offered by New Mexico State Parks. There is no fee to take this class. Education is the key to becoming a better, more knowledgeable boater. In New Mexico, many boaters are required by law to complete a boating safety course and receive a boater education card. Everyone is eligible and encouraged to take the course and receive a card. Registration is required. Register using link below.
Fees: None
Contact: Christopher Martinez 575-588-7470
Register Online

Leasburg Dam
Bird Tour Join us for a guided bird identification tour! Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Leasburg Dam State Park trails with a Mesilla Valley Audubon Society bird identification expert who will teach you how to improve your bird identification skills. Bring binoculars, wear comfortable hiking shoes, and dress for the weather. MEET at 8:00 AM - AT THE VISITOR CENTER. The event is free for NM Residents and 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.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park staff 575-524-4068

Leasburg Dam
Star Program The star show begins at SUNDOWN! Join us monthly as we open the Leasburg Dam Observatory to the public to see some of the most amazing sights in the night sky. The Astronomical Society of Las Cruces members operate a large 16" telescope and other telescopes just outside the observatory. View amazing deep-space objects through these telescopes, such as globular star clusters, planetary nebulae, distant planets, and far-away galaxies! The event is free for NM Residents and 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.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park staff 575-524-4068

Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. The displays are not intact, but you can still view the house. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Kate German (575) 437-8284

Cerrillos Hills
Geology Hike Learn to decode the ancient past through the eyes of a geologist. Local rockhound, Scott Renbarger will be your guide. The free program begins promptly at 11:00 a.m. A $10 per vehicle day use fee is required upon entry for non-New Mexico residents. Please bring exact cash or a check, or show a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass or permit. Free entry for New Mexico residents!
Fees: out of state $10 per vehicle
Contact: park staff 505-474-0196