Cerrillos Hills
Birthday Burro Hike Join local burros for a special birthday hike to celebrate Cerrillos Hills State Park's 17th birthday! Ranger Brynn will guide you through 1,100 years of mining history and share about the historical significance of pack burros in the mountain west. The invitation is open to the public, local burros, and their handlers to join the fun! We will cover a 1.5-mile loop on Jane Calvin Sanchez Trial and the county road. Expect some hiking uphill and varied surfaces ranging from sandy to rocky. Pack snacks, and water, and wear sturdy shoes. Dogs are not recommended to attend this hike.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Park Staff 505-474-0196

Conchas Lake
Conchas Lake State Park 2nd Annual Join us for the 2nd Annual Car Show, a celebration of classic, custom, and modern vehicles from across the region. This family-friendly event will showcase a wide variety of cars, trucks, and specialty builds, along with music, food, and community fun. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or just looking for a great time, this event offers something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to experience incredible vehicles and connect with fellow auto lovers. Vendors: Mesalands Dinosaur Museum, Army Corp, Chico's Food Truck, 432 Band, Conchas Volunteer Fire Department, New Mexico Department of Wildlife, El Centro Family Health
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ricarlos L Glenn 575-868-2270

Leasburg Dam
STAR PROGRAM Star show begins at SUNDOWN. Each month we open the Leasburg Dam Observatory to the public. Members of the Astronomical Society of Las Cruces operate a large 16" telescope as well as other telescopes just outside the observatory. Through these telescopes, you can see amazing deep space objects, such as: globular star clusters, planetary nebulae, distant planets and far away galaxies!
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: any park staff 575-524-4068

Oasis
Oasis Star Party Join the Clovis Astronomy Club for a night of star gazing. This will take place in the visitor center parking lot at dusk. Regular entrance fees apply for non-annual permit holders. All ages are invited to attend. No pets will be allowed at this event. Bring your binoculars, telescopes, red lens flashlights, etc. if you have them and enjoy a night of learning under the stars. **NO animals allowed at this event**
Fees: Regular Entrance Fees
Contact: Valerie Russ 575-356-5331

Oasis
Biggest Catfish Challenge Derby Come to Oasis on September 5, 2026!!! Starting at 3 p.m. registration will start for the Biggest Catfish Challenge Derby held by the Friends of Oasis. This event is open to all ages with a reminder that 12 years of age and older must have a valid NM fishing license. There will be an adult and junior category for first place through fourth place cash prizes!! Out of state participants are welcome!! There will also be 2 raffle prizes (CASH ONLY) to enter and you must be present to win. Derby fees ($5 per person) and park entrance fees must be paid at the park office in CASH ONLY. Winning fish will be based on weight and length. We look forward to seeing you then!
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Valerie Russ 575-356-5331

Rockhound
Stars-n-Parks Amateur Astronomer Mike Nuss will be discussing what to observe in the night skies.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert V. Apodaca 575-546-6182

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Habitat Helpers This event will involve habitat improvement and beatification task at the Rio Grande Nature Center. If you can join, please meet at the group shelter, wear long pants, sturdy closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves, sun protection and a water bottle.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Levi Dean 505 344-7240

Navajo Lake
3 Rivers Bass Team Trail Bass Tournament
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Billy Dunson 505-320-1093

Navajo 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: Oran Hurst 505-632-2278
Register Online

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Fall Festival Join us for our annual Fall Festival. This year our theme is herpetology. There will be citizen science projects, presentations, guided walks, hands-on activities, live animals and more! $5 parking fee per vehicle.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Front Desk 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Fall Festival It's that time of year again for the Rio Grande Nature Center's annual Fall Festival. This year we will be hosting a herpetology themed BioBlitz, have speakers with backgrounds in turtles, snakes and leopard frogs. We will have walks including our weekly bird walk, a animal tracking walk and a ribbit refuge tour. Don't miss this family friendly event happening Sunday, September 20, 2026!
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Olivia Martinez 505-344-7240

Leasburg Dam
Bird Tour Please join us on 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. They will teach you how to improve your bird identification skills. Bring binoculars, comfortable hiking shoes and dress for the weather. WE MEET at 8 AM - AT THE VISITOR CENTER.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: any park staff 575-524-4068