Bluewater Lake State Park (Prewitt, NM) – Nestled in the Zuni Mountains of western New Mexico, Bluewater Lake is a scenic high-altitude reservoir known for its excellent tiger muskie fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing, including bald eagles and elk.
Bottomless Lakes State Park (Roswell, NM) – New Mexico’s first state park features a series of deep, spring-fed sinkholes with crystal-clear water, offering a unique desert oasis for swimming, scuba diving, and birdwatching.
Brantley Lake State Park (Carlsbad, NM) – This southeastern New Mexico park offers a welcome escape from the desert heat, with a large reservoir perfect for boating, fishing, and camping, just north of Carlsbad Caverns.
Caballo Lake State Park (Caballo, NM) – Located along the Rio Grande, this vast reservoir provides excellent fishing, boating, and camping opportunities with scenic desert and mountain views.
Cerrillos Hills State Park (Cerrillos, NM) – Rich in mining history, this park near Santa Fe offers rugged hiking and horseback riding trails through scenic high desert terrain with panoramic views of the Ortiz Mountains.
Cimarron Canyon State Park (Cimarron, NM) – A dramatic canyon park in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, featuring towering cliffs, lush forests, and world-class trout fishing along the Cimarron River.
City of Rocks State Park (Faywood, NM) – A geological wonder featuring towering volcanic rock formations that create a maze-like landscape, perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and stargazing.
Clayton Lake & Dinosaur Trackways State Park (Clayton, NM) – This northeastern New Mexico park is known for its lake fishing, scenic camping, and one of the best-preserved sets of dinosaur tracks in the country.
Conchas Lake State Park (Conchas, NM) – A sprawling reservoir with secluded coves, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches, ideal for boating, fishing, and water recreation in eastern New Mexico.
Coyote Creek State Park (Guadalupita, NM) – A serene escape in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, this small park offers shady campsites, hiking trails, and excellent trout fishing in a picturesque alpine setting.
Eagle Nest Lake State Park (Eagle Nest, NM) – A high-elevation lake in northern New Mexico, popular for cold-water fishing, windsurfing, and enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Elephant Butte Lake State Park (Elephant Butte, NM) – The largest and most popular state park in New Mexico, featuring a massive reservoir along the Rio Grande, offering boating, fishing, and beachside camping.
El Vado Lake State Park (Tierra Amarilla, NM) – A peaceful retreat in northern New Mexico, this lake is a favorite for fishing, kayaking, and hiking, with access to the scenic Rio Chama.
Fenton Lake State Park (Jemez Springs, NM) – A picturesque mountain lake surrounded by pine forests in the Jemez Mountains, offering year-round fishing, camping, and hiking.
Heron Lake State Park (Los Ojos, NM) – A stunning no-wake lake known for sailing, kayaking, and fishing, with breathtaking views of the Brazos Cliffs and a peaceful, remote atmosphere.
Hyde Memorial State Park (Santa Fe, NM) – New Mexico’s first state park, located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, offering scenic hiking, camping, and access to winter recreation near Santa Fe.
Leasburg Dam State Park (Radium Springs, NM) – A small but scenic park along the Rio Grande, offering birdwatching, fishing, and access to historic irrigation canals in southern New Mexico.
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park (Carlsbad, NM) – A unique park showcasing the plants and animals of the Chihuahuan Desert, with walking trails through natural habitats and conservation programs.
Manzano Mountains State Park (Mountainair, NM) – A secluded mountain retreat offering shaded campsites, hiking trails, and incredible fall foliage in central New Mexico’s Manzano Mountains.
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park (Las Cruces, NM) – A beautiful riparian preserve along the Rio Grande, perfect for birdwatching, nature walks, and learning about the region’s unique ecosystem.
Morphy Lake State Park (Mora, NM) – A small but peaceful mountain lake tucked away in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, ideal for fishing, canoeing, and picnicking.
Navajo Lake State Park (Navajo Dam, NM) – New Mexico’s second-largest lake, offering endless water recreation, from boating and houseboating to world-class trout fishing in the San Juan River.
Oasis State Park (Portales, NM) – A surprising desert oasis with a small fishing lake, sand dunes, and shaded picnic areas, providing a relaxing escape in eastern New Mexico.
Oliver Lee Memorial State Park (Alamogordo, NM) – A scenic desert park at the base of the Sacramento Mountains, featuring hiking trails, historical sites, and breathtaking views of Dog Canyon.
Pancho Villa State Park (Columbus, NM) – A historic site marking the 1916 raid by Pancho Villa, featuring a museum, desert landscapes, and RV camping near the Mexican border.
Pecos Canyon State Park (Pecos, NM) – One of New Mexico’s newest parks, this high-altitude canyon offers pristine fishing waters, hiking trails, and stunning mountain scenery.
Percha Dam State Park (Caballo, NM) – A small but scenic park along the Rio Grande, known for its excellent birdwatching and peaceful camping spots.
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park (Albuquerque, NM) – A peaceful nature preserve within the city, featuring wetlands, birdwatching trails, and an educational visitor center along the Rio Grande.
Rockhound State Park (Deming, NM) – A unique park in the Little Florida Mountains, where visitors can search for and collect their own geodes, jasper, and quartz crystals.
Santa Rosa Lake State Park (Santa Rosa, NM) – A scenic reservoir in eastern New Mexico, popular for fishing, boating, and camping, with striking red rock cliffs and desert vistas.
Storrie Lake State Park (Las Vegas, NM) – A quiet lake retreat near Las Vegas, New Mexico, offering sailing, windsurfing, and peaceful camping with mountain views.
Sugarite Canyon State Park (Raton, NM) – A lush canyon park with scenic trails, historic coal mining ruins, and abundant wildlife in northern New Mexico near the Colorado border.
Sumner Lake State Park (Fort Sumner, NM) – A remote and peaceful lake park offering excellent fishing, birdwatching, and camping along the Pecos River.
Ute Lake State Park (Logan, NM) – A large reservoir in eastern New Mexico, known for its long, narrow canyons that make for great boating, fishing, and water skiing.
Villanueva State Park (Villanueva, NM) – A hidden gem along the Pecos River, offering striking sandstone cliffs, hiking trails, and shaded riverside camping.