REMINDER:

On January 1, 2025, the New Mexico State Parks Division implemented changes to its Fees and Boating Rules. These changes include differentiation in resident and non-resident camping and day-use fees. The changes also impact life jacket wear and boat registration fees on human-powered vessels.

The following downloadable fliers provide a synopsis of the changes now in effect.

Parks Fee Changes (PDF)

Boating Rule Changes (PDF)

Fee Change: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF)

Camping Fees 

• Camping fees are per vehicle, per night, per walk-in/bicycle
• Camping at a site with an electric and/or sewer hook-up requires payment of the hook-up fee even if the camper does not use the utility.
• For all other fees, go to the Fees and Permits webpage.

Campground Amenities

Vault Toilets – the most basic restroom, no running water
Comfort Stations – a restroom with flushing toilets and sinks with running water
Showers – some comfort stations feature showers
Check specific park for drinking water availability

Campsite Utilities

Developed Campsites may feature the following utility hookups:

• Electric Hook-up (30 or 50 amps)
• Water Hook-up
• Sewer Hook-up

Camping at a site with an electric and/or sewer hook-up requires payment of the hook-up fee even if the camper does not use the utility.

Check the specific park “Activities and Amenities” webpage for the type and number of hook-ups available at each park.

Reserving a Campsite

• Most campgrounds have a certain number of campsites that can be reserved in advance online.
• Campsites can be reserved 6 months in advance.
• Click here to make a Reservation

Specialized Camping

Group Camping:

• Camping areas for large groups usually feature a large group shelter.
• Requires advance reservation fee for the group shelter ($30 or $50) in addition to camping or day-use fees for each vehicle.

RV Rally Sites:

• Areas set aside for groups of RVs, such as on a beach.
• A reservation fee is required for the area in addition to camping or day-use fees for each vehicle.
  • Groups of 30 or less $135
  • Groups of 30 or more $180

Equestrian Camping:

• Usually, a small corral is provided.

Walk-In Campsites:

• Intended for tent camping, the campsites are set apart from the parking area, requiring a short walk.

Stay Limit

• During the busy season, campers may stay in a park for a maximum of seven (7) days out of any 20-day calendar period from May 1st through September 30th.
• In the off season, campers may stay in a park for a maximum of 14 days out of any 20-day calendar period from October 1st through April 30th.
• Campers must remove all camping equipment and gear from the park for the above schedules.
• The exception is at Hyde Memorial State Park – the campsites with electric hookups have a 7-day limit year-round.

Pets

• Pet owners shall pick up after their pets and maintain the area in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Pet owners shall restrain pets on leashes that are not more than 10 feet in length.
• Pet owners shall not leave their pets unattended in vehicles or campsites.
• Pet owners shall prevent their pets from excessive barking, howling, and making loud noises,
  so as not to disturb others.

More About Camping

• Quiet hours are between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am
• Campers shall not save or reserve camping spaces for others even by purchasing additional permits.
• Campsite check-out time is 2:00 p.m.
• Campers may not retain and leave vacant a campsite for more than 24 hours.
• Vehicles in the park between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. are subject to camping fees.
• Visitors may be required to pay fees for their entire stay in advance (rather than daily) for
  weekends, holidays, or special events.