Sugarite Canyon
Partner Polar Plunge Take the leap with your significant other(s) to celebrate Valentine's Day at Lake Maloya! Single leapers welcome. Friends Group of Sugarite Canyon will serve hot beverages on the shoreline. Emergency personnel will be on site. Entry to the park is free for NM Residents. The regular Park Entrance Fee applies for out-of-state residents. Please bring exact cash, a check, or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Sugarite Canyon State Park 575-445-5607

Sugarite Canyon
Coal Camp Hike and Ruins tour Join our narrated tour and hike. Tucked into a remote canyon in northeastern New Mexico, Sugarite Coal Camp created a true melting pot for mostly immigrant miners slinging picks and shovels. Learn about the history of the Coal Mine and how it shaped the town of Raton, boosted local economies, provided energy for the nation, and brought diverse ethnic groups to northeast New Mexico and southern Colorado. The program 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: Robert Smith 575 445 5607

Sugarite Canyon
World Migratory Bird Day 2025 World Migratory Bird Day 2025 is celebrated on May 11. This day recognizes the migration of birds, during which they leave their homes and travel to other places in pursuit of food. World Migratory Bird Day is important to raise awareness about the conservation of migratory birds, who travel long distances between breeding and non-breeding areas, often crossing countries and continents. These birds face numerous challenges during their journeys, such as habitat loss, climate change, and human-made obstacles. The theme of World Migratory Bird Day challenges during their journeys, such as habitat loss, climate change, and human-made obstacles. Staff from Santa Fe will be leading hikes on Saturday & Sunday. 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. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607

Sugarite Canyon
Coal Camp Hike and Ruins tour Join our narrated tour and hike. Tucked into a remote canyon in northeastern New Mexico, Sugarite Coal Camp created a true melting pot for mostly immigrant miners slinging picks and shovels. Learn about the history of the Coal Mine and how it shaped the town of Raton, boosted local economies, provided energy for the nation, and brought diverse ethnic groups to northeast New Mexico and southern Colorado. 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

Sugarite Canyon
Pinecone Bird Feeder Learn about the birds of New Mexico, how to attract them to your home, and how to build a pinecone bird feeder. Join us for this fun and educational activity for children and adults on May 11th at 9:30 AM. You can take your pinecone feeders home too! 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 575-44- 5607

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Circle the Lake Hike Join us for a pleasant 5-mile walk in the woods with the Park Ranger around Lake Moyola and a short hike across the Colorado wildlife management area. Bring good walking shoes, a walking stick (if needed), water, a sack lunch, a camera, and enthusiasm! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Night Sky Viewing Did you know Sugarite Canyon State Park is a Dark Sky reserve? Well away from city lights, the Park boasts incredible night skies. Venus and Mercury should be showing and with a new moon just peeking out, it should be a great night to look at the stars. The program is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies to all vehicles. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid day-use permit or New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Raptors of New Mexico Program Live birds of prey ambassadors native to New Mexico will be visiting Soda Pocket Amphitheater. An interpretive experience for park visitors focusing on these birds. 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: $5 Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Sugarite Canyon State Park 575-445-5607

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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

Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! 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