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On Saturday, October 14, 2023, New Mexico will have front row seats to an Annular Solar Eclipse. With 16 of New Mexico’s 35 State Parks in the path of annularity, you’ll have no shortage of unique backdrops to view this incredible ‘ring of fire’ from.

*Solar Eclipse viewing glasses will be available at participating New Mexico State Parks on a first come first served basis.

New Mexico State Parks will provide Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses on a first come first served basis.

NM State Parks in the Path of Annularity

Bluewater Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:35 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:06 PM

Reserve your spot!

Bottomless Lakes

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:39 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:15 PM

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Brantley Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

Reserve your spot!

Cerrillos Hills

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:35 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

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Fenton Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:08 PM

Reserve your spot!

Hyde Memorial

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

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Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:17 PM

Day-Use Only

Manzano Mountains

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

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Navajo Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:34 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:05 PM

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Oasis

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

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Pecos Canyon

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

Reserve your spot!

Rio Grande Nature Center

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Day-Use Only

Santa Rosa Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:39 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:12 PM

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Storrie Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 AM

Reserve your spot!

Sumner Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:38 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:40 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:41 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:13 PM

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Villanueva

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 PM

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Bluewater Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:35 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:06 PM

Park Elevation: 7,554 ft
This serene lake, located 25 miles west of Grants, is set in a pinon-juniper landscape with views towards the Zuni Mountains. The park offers camping, hiking, birding, horseback riding and fishing. And not just any fishing – you’ll find some of the best tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake!

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Bottomless Lakes
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:39 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:15 PM

Park Elevation: 3,617 ft
Located just 14 miles southeast of Roswell, Bottomless Lakes State Park is your place for bottomless fun! Enjoy non-motorized boating in your kayak or canoe, camp, fish, picnic, swim, hike, go birding or even scuba dive! The unique lakes at this park are sinkholes, ranging from 17 to 90 feet deep. The greenish-blue color created by aquatic plants is what gives the lakes the illusion of great depth.

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Brantley Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

Park Elevation: 3,295 ft
The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and restrooms with showers. Whether you’re picnicking for the day, or camping in your RV for a week, you’ll be sure to find adventure at Brantley Lake State Park!

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Cerrillos Hills
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:35 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Park Elevation: 5,900 – 6,100 ft
Cerrillos Hills, New Mexico’s 34th State Park, is a year-round, day-use park located off the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. You will cross paths with over 1,100 years of mining history along the five miles of trails and enjoy spectacular views of the Sandia, Ortiz, Jemez, and Sangre de Cristo Mountain Ranges.

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Fenton Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:08 PM

Park Elevation: 7,650 ft
The Jemez Mountains provide the backdrop for this stunning year-round retreat surrounded by beautiful ponderosa pine forests. Fenton Lake State Park is a mellow mountain escape. The Rio Cebolla flows through the park and the lake provides an opportunity to fish and canoe. The park also attracts campers, hikers, and cross-country skiers. There is even a fun playground for the kids.
Stocked with rainbow trout from fall through spring, the lake is home to German brown trout, and is an ideal spot for flyfishing. Although most anglers prefer the warmth and comfort of summer, there is also winter ice fishing.

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Hyde Memorial

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

Park Elevation: 8,300 – 9,400 ft
New Mexico’s first State Park is set in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains pine forest, along Little Tesuque Creek. The park is a short drive from Santa Fe and offers excellent group facilities and campsites. There are beautiful hiking trails with spectacular views. You can enjoy Hyde Memorial State Park in the winter months too with snowshoeing, sledding, and cross-country skiing opportunities available.
Hyde Memorial State Park is the perfect location for your next wedding, family reunion, or yurt adventure!
*Wifi available at Visitor Center

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Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:17 PM

Park Elevation: 3,482 ft
This native wildlife zoo, accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, exhibits more than 40 species of animals and hundreds of species of plants native to the Chihuahuan Desert. The park provides an up-close experience for visitors, with a variety of fun interpretive programs for every season geared for the entire family. Living Desert also has beautiful hiking trails, picnic areas and group facilities. There is no camping and no pets are allowed.

 

Day-Use Only

Manzano Mountains

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Park Elevation: 7,250 ft
Manzano Mountains State Park is an excellent destination for hiking and camping. Nestled in the wooded foothills of the Manzanos, this park provides a quiet retreat and is a nice family get-away. Wildlife viewing, birding and photography are great activities at this park.

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Navajo Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:34 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:05 PM

Park Elevation: 5,600 – 6,600 ft
Navajo Lake is the second largest lake in the state, with multiple campgrounds, two marinas, and two boat docks. Navajo is a haven for boaters of every stripe – motorized boaters, canoers, kayakers, water skiers and sailors. The San Juan River is a world-class fly fishing destination and features a campground, day use areas and a serene trail along the river. Navajo Lake State Park offers some of the best boating, fishing, hiking, and camping in New Mexico.

 
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Oasis
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

Park Elevation: 4,058 ft
You’ll find this true oasis just north of Portales, NM. Oasis State Park is set among cottonwood trees, shifting sand dunes, and a small fishing lake. Although fishing is the park’s main draw, it also has several hiking trails, a peaceful and shady campground, and an abundance of birds.

 
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Pecos Canyon
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

Park Elevation: 7,628 feet to 8,196 ft
Pecos Canyon, New Mexico’s 35th state park, is a jewel near the Pecos Wilderness of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in north central New Mexico.

Just a short drive from Santa Fe and north of the Village of Pecos, this newly created state park is currently under development and will offer fishing, camping, hiking and more!

 
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Rio Grande Nature Center

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Park Elevation: 4,968 ft
Located on the Rio Grande flyway, the park offers excellent birdwatching opportunities throughout the year. There are indoor and outdoor wildlife viewing areas overlooking ponds, a native plant garden, and a pollinator garden as well as access to the city-managed trails to the Rio Grande and Bosque. The Visitor Center offers informative displays and a unique Nature Shop. The park is day-use only, no camping. Leashed pets are allowed in the parking area and on the adjacent city trails only.

Day-Use Only

Santa Rosa Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:39 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:12 PM

Park Elevation: 4,751 ft
This reservoir on the plains of eastern New Mexico offers fishing, boating, camping and hiking, as well as abundant bird watching opportunities. Equestrians are welcome at the Los Tanos Campground.

 
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Storrie Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 AM

Park Elevation: 6,607 ft
This serene lake offers great opportunities for fishing, bird watching, and windsurfing. Choose from a variety of campsites with utility hookups for RVs.
The park is conveniently located near historic Las Vegas.

 
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Sumner Lake
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:38 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:40 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:41 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:13 PM

Park Elevation: 4,310 ft
This lake on the grassy plains offers many activities, such as boating, swimming, fishing, wildlife viewing, and birding. Relax at a campsite with views of the lake after a hike along the lakeshore.

 
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Villanueva
Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 PM

Park Elevation: 6,110 ft
The park is nestled between high sandstone bluffs that form a canyon along the Pecos River. Camp or picnic under the shade of cottonwood trees. Enjoy fishing, birding, wildflower viewing, or hiking the trails along the canyon walls.

 
Reserve your spot!

Day(s)

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Hour(s)

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Minute(s)

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On Saturday, October 14, 2023, New Mexico will have front row seats to an Annular Solar Eclipse. With 16 of New Mexico’s 35 State Parks in the path of annularity, you’ll have no shortage of unique backdrops to view this incredible ‘ring of fire’ from.

*Solar Eclipse viewing glasses will be available at participating New Mexico State Parks on a first come first served basis.

New Mexico State Parks will provide Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses on a first come first served basis.

NM State Parks in the
Path of Annularity

Bluewater Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:35 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:06 PM

Reserve your spot!

Bottomless Lakes

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:39 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:15 PM

Reserve your spot!

Brantley Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

Reserve your spot!

Cerrillos Hills

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:35 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Reserve your spot!

Fenton Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:08 PM

Reserve your spot!

Hyde Memorial

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:38 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

Reserve your spot!

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:42 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:17 PM

Day-Use Only

Manzano Mountains

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Reserve your spot!

Navajo Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:12 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:33 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:34 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:36 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:05 PM

Reserve your spot!

Oasis

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:16 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:41 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:41 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:43 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:16 PM

Reserve your spot!

Pecos Canyon

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:37 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:10 PM

Reserve your spot!

Rio Grande Nature Center

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:13 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:34 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:36 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:09 PM

Day-Use Only

Santa Rosa Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:39 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:12 PM

Reserve your spot!

Storrie Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 AM

Reserve your spot!

Sumner Lake

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:15 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:38 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:40 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:41 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:13 PM

Reserve your spot!

Villanueva

Partial Eclipse Begins: 9:14 AM
Annular Eclipse Begins: 10:36 AM
Maximum Annularity: 10:38 AM
Annular Eclipse Ends: 10:39 AM
Partial Eclipse Ends: 12:11 PM

 
Reserve your spot!