Posted Aug 18, 2026 - Please be advised that all boat ramps in the park are closed due to low water levels. We anticipate reopening when water levels increase, and conditions allow. All launching and retrieving of vessels is at the operators own risk.
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Closure — Due to the inherent hazards posed by low water levels, the…
Posted Jun 20, 2025 - Due to the inherent hazards posed by low water levels, the Cliffs Area of the state park will remain closed indefinitely.
Restriction — Stage II Fire Restrictions
Posted Apr 8, 2026 - Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building. Campfires within 100' of the lakeshore are permitted.
Restriction — Metal detecting within a state park is prohibited unless a…
Posted Aug 7, 2025 - Metal detecting within a state park is prohibited unless a visitor obtains the superintendent’s permission to use metal detectors for scientific activities such as projects permitted through the New Mexico cultural properties review committee or to retrieve lost items. (NMAC 19.5.2.24)
Restriction — The use of off-highway motor vehicles (OHVs) is prohibited in…
Posted Jun 20, 2025 - The use of off-highway motor vehicles (OHVs) is prohibited in New Mexico State Parks, as stipulated by the NM OHV Act and State Park Regulations (NMSA 66-3-1011, 16-2-33 19 NMAC Ch 5 Sec 2.16 A).
Announcement — Due to historically low water levels, vessels launching in the…
Posted Aug 18, 2026 - Due to historically low water levels, vessels launching in the park will encounter hazardous conditions because of sediment and historical debris. Four-wheel drive is required for all launching and retrieving of vessels. All launching and retrieval of vessels is also undertaken at the operator’s own risk. Park staff are working daily to clear debris as lake levels level out. Visitors are encouraged to report any hazards or concerns to park staff.
Announcement — Day-use hours at the state park are from 6:00AM to 9:00PM daily
Posted Jun 20, 2025 - Day-use hours at the state park are from 6:00AM to 9:00PM daily. Any visitation after 9:00PM must pay for overnight camping.