Fees & Permits
ANNOUNCEMENT:
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 these changes that are currently in effect.
Fee Change: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (PDF)
Official Fees Adjustments & Rule Amendments as of January 1, 2025
The following documents contain all amendments to the 2025 New Mexico State Parks Fees
18.17.2 NMAC New (PDF)
18.17.2 NMAC Repeal (PDF)
19.5.1 NMAC New
19.5.1 NMAC Repeal (PDF)
19.5.2 NMAC Amendment (PDF)
19.5.6 NMAC Amendment (PDF)
2025 Fees, Permits & Rentals
For a downloadable phone listing of state parks click here
To purchase the New Mexico State Parks Passes online click here
All annual passes/permits are valid for the calendar year purchased only and expire on December 31st annually.
Daily Entrance Fee (Day-Use)
New Mexico Resident Day-Use
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$5 | New Mexico Residents are exempt from paying day-use fees from October 1st through April 30th. | |
Non-Resident Day-Use |
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Walk-in/bicycle |
No Charge |
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New Mexico Resident School Bus |
No Charge |
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Non-Resident School Bus |
$15 |
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Commercial Charter Bus | $50 | ||
Overnight Camping: (Per Vehicle, Walk-In, or Bicycle Per Night)
New Mexico Resident Primitive Site – Per Vehicle, Walk-In, or Bicycle Per Night |
$10 |
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Non-Resident Primitive Site – Per Vehicle, Walk-In, or Bicycle Per Night |
$15 |
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New Mexico Resident Developed Site – Per Vehicle, Walk-In, or Bicycle Per Night |
$15 |
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Non-Resident Developed Site – Per Vehicle, Walk-In, or Bicycle Per Night |
$20 |
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Water Hook-Up – Per Day |
$5 |
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Electric Hook-Up – Per Day
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$10 |
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Sewer Hook-Up – Per Day |
$5 |
Annual Day-Use Pass/Permit (ADU)
New Mexico Resident |
$75 |
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Non-Resident |
$150 |
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New Mexico Resident Veteran with 50% or more disability (proof of disability required) *Senior (age 62+) and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a New Mexico State Park Office or the Santa Fe Headquarters. |
Free |
Annual Camping Permit (ACP)
New Mexico Resident Proof of New Mexico I.D. and Vehicle License Plate Number are required at the time of purchase. |
$300 |
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New Mexico Resident Senior Age 62+ Senior (age 62+) and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a New Mexico State Park Office or the Santa Fe Headquarters. Proof of Age and Vehicle License Plate Number are required at the time of purchase.
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$150 |
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Resident Veteran or Active Duty Military Personnel |
$150 |
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New Mexico Resident Veteran with 50% or more disability (proof of disability required)
*Disabled Passes must be purchased at a New Mexico State Park Office or the Santa Fe Headquarters. |
$150 |
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Non-Residents |
$600 |
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Replacement Annual Camping Pass/Permit Proof of Purchase Required (save receipt, sticker, partial sticker, etc.)
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$25 |
Reservation Fees - Reserve America
Reservation Fee Per Night: |
$3.50 per night, $10.00 max. per reservation |
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Cancellation Fee: |
$5 |
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Day-use Reservation Processing Transaction Fee: |
$0.35 |
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Annual Day-Use Pass (ADU) Processing/Handling Fee: |
$6.50 per unit |
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Annual camping Pass (ACP) Processing/Handling Fee: |
$6.50 per unit |
Daily Entrance to special Day-Use parks
Parking Fee: New Mexico Resident Parking |
$5 | Per vehicle, resident and non-resident. | ||
Non-Resident Parking |
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Walk-in/bicycle |
No Charge |
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New Mexico Resident School Bus |
No Charge |
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Non-Resident School Bus |
$15 |
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Commercial Charter Bus | $50 | |||
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park |
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Adult |
$10 |
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Children ages 7-12 |
$5 |
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Children ages 6 and under |
No Charge |
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Adult group rates (20 or more) per person |
$5 |
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K-12 School Groups |
$1.00 per person |
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American Zoological Association members Adults |
$5 |
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American Zoological Association members Children |
$3 |
New Mexico Veterans
New Mexico Disabled Veteran Day-Use New Mexico Resident Veteran with 50% or more disability – Apply Here (proof of disability required) |
No charge |
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Disabled Veteran Annual Camping Pass New Mexico Resident Veteran with 50% or more disability (proof of disability required) |
$150 |
Accepted forms of proof of disability are as follows:
*Senior (age 62+) and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a New Mexico State Park Office or the Santa Fe Headquarters. |
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New Mexico Resident Veteran or Active Duty Military Personnel Annual Camping Pass |
$150 |
National/Federal discount passes are not accepted at New Mexico State Parks. This includes America the Beautiful – The National Parks, Federal Recreational Lands Senior Pass, and Golden Age and Golden Access passes. To find a park click here. To purchase the New Mexico State Parks Passes online click here. All annual passes/permits are valid for the calendar year purchased only and expire on December 31st annually. |
Rentals & Facilities General Rates
Group Shelter(s) | Rental of any park facilities through the online reservation system will result in a $3.50 per day ($10 maximum) convenience fee. | |
Under 750 sq. feet |
$45 |
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Over 750 sq. feet |
$90 |
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Rally or Group Site(s) | ||
Groups – less than 30 |
$135 |
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Groups – 30 or more |
$180 |
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Conference Room Rentals | ||
Large Conference Room |
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8 am – 5 pm |
$200 |
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After Hours |
$300 |
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Half Day Rate |
$50 |
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Small Conference Room |
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8 am – 5 pm |
$100 |
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After Hours |
$200 |
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Half Day Rate |
$25 |
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Entire Entrance Building | ||
Parks Open Hours |
$125 |
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After Hours |
$275 |
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Damage and Cleaning Deposit (reimbursed upon satisfactory inspection) |
$75 |
Park Specific Venues & Rates: Rental of any park facilities through the online reservation system will result in a $4 per day ($12 maximum) convenience fee.
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park | Mesilla Valley NM | Perfect for Weddings, Graduations & Reunions. |
Classroom Rentals | ||
All day | $100 | |
1/2 Day | $25 | |
Park Plaza Rentals (Evening Events Only) | ||
After Hours | ||
Monday – Thursday | ||
4:30 pm – 10 pm | $700 | |
Friday – Sunday | ||
4:30 pm – 10 pm | $1,000 | |
Damage Deposit | $350 | |
Chair & Table Rental inquiry at park for rental rates | ||
Hyde Memorial State Park – Historic Lodge, Santa Fe NM |
Perfect for Weddings, Graduations & Reunions.
Click here for more information about renting at
Hyde Memorial State Parks. Reservations must be made here. |
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Monday – Thursday | ||
10 am to 10 pm | $700 | |
Friday – Sunday | ||
10 am to 10 pm | $1,500 | |
Damage and Cleaning Deposit (Refunded upon inspection) |
$250 – $350 | |
Cerrillos Hills State Park | ||
Visitor Center – Per Day | $135 | |
Special Use Permit Fee | $15 | |
Damage and Cleaning Deposit | $200 |
Concession Permit Application
Valid for 1 year this permit is for Guides, fishing services, boating and rafting excursions and other services Download the Concession Permit Application.
Short-Term Concession Permit Application
The Short-Term Concession Permit for educational, park resource protection services, and other services is valid for five days or less. Download the Short-Term Concession Permit Application.
Special Use Permit
Download the Special Use Permit here.
Film and Photography Permit
Permit is for Commercial photography, weddings or Film production. Download the Film and Photography Permit here.