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Bluewater Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n- \n
- The trail is a steep and rocky \u00bc-mile climb leading to Bluewater Creek. The creek is a ribbon of green riparian habitat below the dam, which offers a change of scenery from the rest of the park. The creek water level can vary and it may not be possible to cross the creek on foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Bottomless Lakes State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The 3-mile Skidmarks Trail<\/a> was built by and for mountain biking, but it’s great for hiking too!\n
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- Brochure with map (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- The \u00bd-mile Wetlands Trail features a boardwalk to 3 wildlife viewing blinds.
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<\/li>\n- The Bluff Trail<\/a> is an easy nature trail (0.86 mile) with interpretive signs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Cerrillos Hills State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The park features 5 miles of primitive trails through the pi\u00f1on-juniper hills, with views to the Ortiz Mountains and beyond. Interpretive signs are located throughout the trail system, many of which focus on the historic mines in the park. Mountain bikes and horses are welcome on the trails, and guided horseback rides are available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Cimarron Canyon State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The park provides access to trails in the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area. Vehicles parked at a trailhead
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\u00a0must have either: a park permit; hunting or fishing license; or Department of Game and Fish GAIN permit. The Maverick Canyon Trails are old logging roads, with many unmarked intersections. These trails are not maintained by the State Parks Division.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”40px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
City of Rocks State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The Hydra Trail is a 3.25-mile loop around the campground, with several options to create a shorter loop by returning to the campground road.\u00a0
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Access the trail\u00a0from the visitor center or the botanical garden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”42px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Coyote Creek State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The 3\/4 mile Eusebio Romero Trail takes you across the forested hillside above the creek.\u00a0
The trail climbs steeply up the hill behind the group shelter and returns to the creek near campsite 24 along a gentler grade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/p>\n
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Eagle Nest Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The Lake View Trail is a relatively level, tranquil path from the park visitor center to the Village of Eagle Nest (0.41 mile) and from the Village to the Moreno Day Use Area (1.17 miles). The trail
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\u00a0affords excellent views of wildflowers, lakeshore wildlife, and the surrounding mountains.<\/li>\n - The Eagle Nest Lake multi-use trail extends 5 miles from the campground to the Cieneguilla Day Use Area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Elephant Butte Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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- The West Lakeshore Trail is a 10-mile trail that provides panoramic views of the lake and surrounding landscape.\u00a0
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The trail can easily be hiked in shorter sections from the five trailhead parking areas between the City of Elephant Butte and the South Monticello Campground..\n- \n
- West Lakeshore Trail Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- The 1.5-mile Luchini Trail winds through the sand dunes between the visitor center and the campgrounds and also provides pedestrian access to the Elephant Butte Inn.<\/li>\n
- The Paseo del Rio Trail is great for birding along the Rio Grande below the dam. The \u00be-mile trail contains some interpretive signage of historic interest .<\/li>\n
- The Dirt Dam Trail is the closed road to the Elephant Butte Dam (the dam itself is closed to public access). This easy paved route is 1.5 miles.<\/li>\n
- Pick up a deluxe pocket trail guide with maps of all the trails at the visitor center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Fenton Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Hal Baxter Trail \u2013 The 1-mile (one-way) trail follows the edge of the meadow and forest, along the south side of the Rio Cebolla. During the winter, use the campground road (closed to vehicles in the winter) to create a 2.3-mile loop for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. The trail affords great views of geologic features, forest, and creek habitat, and wildlife such as beaver, elk, deer, and mountain lions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\nEl Vado Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Rio Chama Trail – This 5-mile primitive trail that connects Heron Lake State Park to El Vado Lake State Park. At El Vado Lake, the trail begins north of the Elk Run Campground near Shale Point. From the trailhead at Heron Lake State Park, the trail starts with a wooden staircase and suspension bridge over the Rio Chama and quickly climbs into mixed conifer forest overlooking Heron Lake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”47px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Heron Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The East Meadow Trail – The 2.4-mile (one way) East Meadow Trail begins at the visitor center and winds through forest and meadows, with views of the Brazos Cliffs to an overlook of the lake.\n- \n
- East Meadow Trail Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Salmon Run Trail – The 5-mile Salmon Run Trail extends from the visitor center to the dam, passing a number of the park\u2019s developed campgrounds as it winds through a forest of ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. The trail offers many scenic overlooks of the lake and wildlife viewing opportunities.\n
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- Pick up a deluxe pocket trail guide with maps of the above trails at the Visitor Center.<\/li>\n
- The Rio Chama Trail connects Heron Lake State Park to El Vado Lake State Park. The trailhead is south of the highway, just east of the dam. The trail starting at Heron Lake features a staircase into the canyon and a suspension bridge across the Rio Chama.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Hyde Memorial State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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This park has a trail for everyone – hike to a waterfall, along a creek through a forest of aspen and pine, or climb 1000′ up to views of Santa Fe.\n- \n
- Hyde Memorial State Park Trails Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Circle Trail \u2013The west side of the Circle Trail is 2.2 miles, climbing steeply from 8,400\u2019 to 9,440\u2019 at its highest point, providing an excellent view of the Rio Grande Valley to the west. The east side of the Circle Trail is 1 mile, with gentler grades, linking the campground, visitor center, and Waterfall Trail.<\/li>\n
- The Waterfall Trail is a 1\/4 mile trail up a narrow, forested canyon to a spectacular waterfall.<\/li>\n
- The Piggyback Trail follows the Little Tesuque Creek for a half mile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Leasburg Dam State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The trail system at Leasburg Dam State Park takes you through the variety of habitats found at the park, from the desert uplands to the riparian area along the Rio Grande. The Mogollon Trail along the river is ADA accessible and is an excellent place for birding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”73px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Ocotillo Trail is a 1-mile developed trail managed by the City of Carlsbad. The trailhead is south of the visitor center on Miehls Drive.<\/li>\n- Walking through the zoo on the paved pathway is 1 mile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Approximately 2.3 miles of trail that are accompanied with a self-guided trail booklet for visitors to enjoy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”98px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Navajo Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The 1.32 mile North San Juan River Trail is on the north side of the river, starting at the BLM parking area. It is a scenic walk along the river through cottonwood trees, willows, and rocky cliffs. The 1.93 mile South San Juan River Trail extends from the Crusher Hole Day Use Area to the Lower Flats Day Use Area, with an extension to Texas Hole Day Use Area.<\/li>\n- The newly rehabilitated BOR Trail provides access from the BOR Day Use Area to the popluar fly fishing waters of the San Juan River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Oliver Lee Memorial State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Riparian Nature Trail starts at the visitor center, leading to the small pools of water at the mouth of Dog Canyon, and then follows the dry creek bed before heading back up to the ruins of Frenchy\u2019s Cabin (0.5 mile). The trail provides the opportunity to view a variety of riparian vegetation, an uncommon experience in the arid desert.<\/li>\n- The Dog Canyon Trail begins next to the visitor center and leads to the Lincoln National Forest in a \u00bd mile. This difficult trail starts at 4,400\u2019 and climbs 5 miles up the mountain to 7,600\u2019, ending at Forest Road 90B.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Rio Grande Nature Center State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The 1.7-mile network of trails between the Nature Center and the Rio Grande offers excellent birding opportunities. To ensure quality wildlife viewing, bicycles* and dogs are not permitted on the nature trails.<\/li>\n- *Bikes and dogs can use the Candelaria Trail through the park to the Paseo del Bosque Trail<\/a> (a 16-mile paved urban trail):<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Rockhound State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Rockhound unit of the park: the 0.64-mile Jasper Trail starts at the visitor center and connects to the Thunder Egg Trail (0.78 mile), which provides access to the rocky slopes overlooking the park.<\/li>\n- Spring Canyon: the \u00bd mile Lovers Leap Trail offers solitude and scenery as it climbs to a viewpoint in the Florida Mountains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Sugarite Canyon State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The park boasts nearly 13 miles of trails, offering a variety of experiences and scenery, from an old coal camp and other related mining sites to fabulous views of the watershed. The 2011 Track Fire burned fiercely in some areas of the park, but the recovery offers educational opportunities about fire science and environmental restoration to the interested visitor.<\/li>\n- Sugarite Canyon Trail Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Sumner Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Discovery Trail is a 0.35-mile trail linking the visitor center and the overlook to the south.<\/li>\n- The Fox Run Trail is a 1.7-mile primitive trail that begins near the Eastside Campground and winds around a narrow arm of the lake.<\/li>\n
- Also starting at the Eastside Campground or the end of the Fox Run Trail is a network of dirt roads that can be used as a trail system, especially good for bicycles (be aware of vehicles on these roads).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Ute Lake State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Ute Lake Nature Trail – This 1.75-mile network of primitive trails leads to benches at several overlooks north of the Logan Campground. The trail winds past the edge of a canyon with interesting geologic features. There are 2 picnic shelters on the trail.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”67px||17px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Villanueva State Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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The Viewpoint Loop Trail & El Cerro Trail \u2013 The Viewpoint Loop Trail is a rugged, 2-mile primitive trail that climbs the rocky slopes high above the Pecos River.<\/li>\n- The El Cerro Trail is 0.64 miles (one way) and has a more gradual climb to a view of the park from the north side of the river.<\/li>\n
- The River Trail starts at the end of the park road and follows the edge of the river for 0.28 mile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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LOCATIONS<\/span><\/h3>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,554 ft<\/li>\n
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- 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 \u2013 you\u2019ll find some of the best tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake! <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 3,617 ft<\/li>\n
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- 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.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Brantley Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 3,295 ft<\/li>\n
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- The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and <\/strong>stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, <\/strong>canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and <\/strong>restrooms with showers. Whether you\u2019re picnicking for the day, or camping in your RV for a week, you\u2019ll <\/strong>be sure to find adventure at Brantley Lake State Park!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Caballo Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 4,447 ft<\/li>\n
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- Framed against the Caballo Mountains, this lake boasts an array of water recreation, such as boating, <\/strong>kayaking, canoeing, sailing, swimming, and fishing. Choose from 170 campsites, with plenty of sites with <\/strong>utility hookups for RVs. There\u2019s just as much to do off the water while hiking, horseback riding, birding, <\/strong>and picnicking.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Cerrillos Hills” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 5,900 – 6,100 ft<\/li>\n
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- Cerrillos Hills, New Mexico’s 34th State Park, is a year-round, day-use park located off the Turquoise <\/strong>Trail National Scenic Byway between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. You will cross paths with over 1,100 <\/strong>years of mining history along the five miles of trails and enjoy spectacular views of the Sandia, Ortiz, <\/strong>Jemez, and Sangre de Cristo Mountain Ranges.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Cimarron Canyon” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,876 ft<\/li>\n
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- The Cimarron River flows through this narrow, forested canyon, located near Eagle Nest on the <\/strong>Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. The park offers beautiful views, interesting geology, quiet camping, fly <\/strong>fishing, hiking, and equestrian trails. The wildlife viewing opportunities are amazing, as the park sits at <\/strong>the center of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 5,259 ft<\/li>\n
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- City of Rocks gets its name from the incredible volcanic rock formations found here. The park <\/strong>encompasses a one square mile area in the scenic Chihuahuan desert region of southwestern New <\/strong>Mexico at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The \u201ccity\u201d is a geologic formation made up of large, sculptured rock<\/strong>
columns, or pinnacles, rising as high as 40 feet and separated by paths or lanes resembling city streets.<\/strong>
These rocks were formed about 34.9 million years ago when a very large volcano erupted. Then, erosion <\/strong>over millions of years slowly formed the sculptured columns seen today, creating a stunning, <\/strong>otherworldly landscape.<\/strong>
Located about halfway between Silver City and Deming, City of Rocks offers camp sites, hiking trails, <\/strong>excellent mountain biking, wildlife viewing, birding, stargazing, picnic areas and a desert botanical <\/strong>garden. The uniquely designed, new Visitor Center includes a large display area and modern restrooms <\/strong>with hot showers. City of Rocks State Park is your official sponsor of adventure!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Clayton Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 5,186 ft<\/li>\n
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- The park is an oasis in the rolling grasslands of northeastern New Mexico. Enjoy boating, picnicking, <\/strong>camping, fishing and hiking. Get a unique glimpse of the past when you explore one of the most <\/strong>extensive dinosaur trackways in North America and a close-up look at the stars at the Lake Observatory.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Conchas Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 4,253 ft<\/li>\n
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- Just northwest of Tucumcari, this lake features secluded coves, canyons, and sandy beaches, excellent <\/strong>for camping, boating, and fishing. One of New Mexico\u2019s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the <\/strong>Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake. With miles of shoreline, <\/strong>there is ample opportunity for hiking and birding too.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,667 ft<\/li>\n
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- Coyote Creek State Park, about an hour southeast of Taos, is nestled in the Sangre de Cristo <\/strong>Mountains along a meandering stream. Enclosed by a forest of spruce and pine, the small valley <\/strong>displays abundant wildflowers and beautiful fall foliage. The park is ideal for fly fishing, <\/strong>camping, hiking, and birding.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 8,196 ft<\/li>\n
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- Located on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, Eagle Nest Lake is surrounded by the stunning<\/strong>
scenery of the high mountains of the Moreno Valley. This lake is regularly stocked with trout<\/strong>
and salmon. Anglers can fish from the banks or by boat and ice fish in the winter.<\/strong>
At 8,300 feet in elevation, the park offers a cool retreat from the summer heat for fisherman,<\/strong>
boaters, campers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts. An abundance of animals makes Eagle Nest <\/strong>Lake an ideal location for wildlife viewing.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”El Vado Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,209 ft<\/li>\n
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- Located in New Mexico\u2019s northern mountains, El Vado Lake State Park offers fishing, boating, <\/strong>camping, hiking, winter cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. A 5.5-mile scenic trail along the <\/strong>Rio Chama connects El Vado with nearby Heron Lake. Quiet coves around the lake are great <\/strong>places to catch trout and kokanee salmon. The lake and surrounding area are a major wintering <\/strong>ground for bald eagles and other birds.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 4,527 ft<\/li>\n
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- If you like camping, fishing, boating, or just being outdoors, Elephant Butte is for you. There<\/strong>
is plenty of water and plenty of beach room at New Mexico’s largest State Park. Elephant <\/strong>Butte Lake can accommodate watercraft of many styles and sizes: kayaks, jet skis,<\/strong>
pontoons, sailboats, ski boats, cruisers, and houseboats. Remember to wear your life jacket.<\/strong>
Boat safe and boat smart! Besides sandy beaches, the State Park offers restrooms, picnic <\/strong>area, playgrounds, and developed sites with electric and water hook-ups for RV’s.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Fenton Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,650 ft<\/li>\n
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- The Jemez Mountains provide the backdrop for this stunning year-round retreat surrounded by<\/strong>
beautiful ponderosa pine forests. Fenton Lake State Park is a mellow mountain escape. The Rio <\/strong>Cebolla flows through the park and the lake provides an opportunity to fish and canoe. The <\/strong>park also attracts campers, hikers, and cross-country skiers. There is even a fun playground for <\/strong>the kids.<\/strong>
Stocked with rainbow trout from fall through spring, the lake is home to German brown trout, <\/strong>and is an ideal spot for flyfishing. Although most anglers prefer the warmth and comfort of <\/strong>summer, there is also winter ice fishing.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Heron Lake” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(248,248,248,0.19)” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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- Park Elevation: 7,167 ft<\/li>\n
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- A picturesque lake set among the tall pines of northern New Mexico, Heron Lake State Park has <\/strong>been designated a \u201cquiet lake\u201d where boats operate at no-wake speeds only, making it an <\/strong>excellent location for all types of paddle craft. Heron Lake also has amazing sailing, cross-<\/strong>country skiing, and hiking. The park is a fisherperson’s paradise with record-size trout and <\/strong>kokanee salmon. Ice fishing is very popular in winter. Several campgrounds line the shore of <\/strong>this scenic lake with primitive and developed campsites are available for every taste.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Park Elevation: 8,300 – 9,400 ft<\/li>\n
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- A picturesque lake set among the tall pines of northern New Mexico, Heron Lake State Park has <\/strong>been designated a \u201cquiet lake\u201d where boats operate at no-wake speeds only, making it an <\/strong>excellent location for all types of paddle craft. Heron Lake also has amazing sailing, cross-<\/strong>country skiing, and hiking. The park is a fisherperson’s paradise with record-size trout and <\/strong>kokanee salmon. Ice fishing is very popular in winter. Several campgrounds line the shore of <\/strong>this scenic lake with primitive and developed campsites are available for every taste.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- The Jemez Mountains provide the backdrop for this stunning year-round retreat surrounded by<\/strong>
- If you like camping, fishing, boating, or just being outdoors, Elephant Butte is for you. There<\/strong>
- Located in New Mexico\u2019s northern mountains, El Vado Lake State Park offers fishing, boating, <\/strong>camping, hiking, winter cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. A 5.5-mile scenic trail along the <\/strong>Rio Chama connects El Vado with nearby Heron Lake. Quiet coves around the lake are great <\/strong>places to catch trout and kokanee salmon. The lake and surrounding area are a major wintering <\/strong>ground for bald eagles and other birds.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Located on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, Eagle Nest Lake is surrounded by the stunning<\/strong>
- Coyote Creek State Park, about an hour southeast of Taos, is nestled in the Sangre de Cristo <\/strong>Mountains along a meandering stream. Enclosed by a forest of spruce and pine, the small valley <\/strong>displays abundant wildflowers and beautiful fall foliage. The park is ideal for fly fishing, <\/strong>camping, hiking, and birding.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Just northwest of Tucumcari, this lake features secluded coves, canyons, and sandy beaches, excellent <\/strong>for camping, boating, and fishing. One of New Mexico\u2019s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the <\/strong>Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake. With miles of shoreline, <\/strong>there is ample opportunity for hiking and birding too.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- The park is an oasis in the rolling grasslands of northeastern New Mexico. Enjoy boating, picnicking, <\/strong>camping, fishing and hiking. Get a unique glimpse of the past when you explore one of the most <\/strong>extensive dinosaur trackways in North America and a close-up look at the stars at the Lake Observatory.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- City of Rocks gets its name from the incredible volcanic rock formations found here. The park <\/strong>encompasses a one square mile area in the scenic Chihuahuan desert region of southwestern New <\/strong>Mexico at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The \u201ccity\u201d is a geologic formation made up of large, sculptured rock<\/strong>
- The Cimarron River flows through this narrow, forested canyon, located near Eagle Nest on the <\/strong>Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. The park offers beautiful views, interesting geology, quiet camping, fly <\/strong>fishing, hiking, and equestrian trails. The wildlife viewing opportunities are amazing, as the park sits at <\/strong>the center of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Cerrillos Hills, New Mexico’s 34th State Park, is a year-round, day-use park located off the Turquoise <\/strong>Trail National Scenic Byway between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. You will cross paths with over 1,100 <\/strong>years of mining history along the five miles of trails and enjoy spectacular views of the Sandia, Ortiz, <\/strong>Jemez, and Sangre de Cristo Mountain Ranges.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Framed against the Caballo Mountains, this lake boasts an array of water recreation, such as boating, <\/strong>kayaking, canoeing, sailing, swimming, and fishing. Choose from 170 campsites, with plenty of sites with <\/strong>utility hookups for RVs. There\u2019s just as much to do off the water while hiking, horseback riding, birding, <\/strong>and picnicking.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and <\/strong>stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, <\/strong>canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and <\/strong>restrooms with showers. Whether you\u2019re picnicking for the day, or camping in your RV for a week, you\u2019ll <\/strong>be sure to find adventure at Brantley Lake State Park!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- 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.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- 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 \u2013 you\u2019ll find some of the best tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake! <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Hyde Memorial State Park Trails Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Salmon Run Trail – The 5-mile Salmon Run Trail extends from the visitor center to the dam, passing a number of the park\u2019s developed campgrounds as it winds through a forest of ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. The trail offers many scenic overlooks of the lake and wildlife viewing opportunities.\n
- East Meadow Trail Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- West Lakeshore Trail Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- The West Lakeshore Trail is a 10-mile trail that provides panoramic views of the lake and surrounding landscape.\u00a0
- The Lake View Trail is a relatively level, tranquil path from the park visitor center to the Village of Eagle Nest (0.41 mile) and from the Village to the Moreno Day Use Area (1.17 miles). The trail
- The 3\/4 mile Eusebio Romero Trail takes you across the forested hillside above the creek.\u00a0
- The Hydra Trail is a 3.25-mile loop around the campground, with several options to create a shorter loop by returning to the campground road.\u00a0
- The park provides access to trails in the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area. Vehicles parked at a trailhead
- The \u00bd-mile Wetlands Trail features a boardwalk to 3 wildlife viewing blinds.
- Brochure with map (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- The 3-mile Skidmarks Trail<\/a> was built by and for mountain biking, but it’s great for hiking too!\n