Several state parks are currently managing for seasonal closures and it is important for visitors to continue to check for details on specific park hours of operation and additional information before visiting.
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Several state parks are currently managing for seasonal closures and it is important for visitors to continue to check for details on specific park hours of operation and additional information before visiting.


Attention: OHV's are not allowed to be operated within the Park boundaries.
Attention: Please bring proof of your reservation with you to your campsite.
NO SHOW POLICY : THE CUSTOMER MUST CONTACT THE PARK TO ADVISE THEM OF LATE ARRIVAL, THE SITE WILL BE RELEASED FOR RESERVATIONS / FIRST COME FIRST SERVED ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER 4:00 P.M.. NO REFUND WILL BE DUE.
ATTENTION:: Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals. If your campfire is too hot to touch, it's too hot to leave. Drown it with water, stir it with a shovel, and repeat until your campfire is out cold! Learn more from Smokey Bear.
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Description

The Park is located on the Rio Grande near Las Cruces and 1.5 miles from historic Mesilla. Visitors have many opportunities to view wildlife in natural surroundings while strolling one of the self-guided nature trails or enjoy a fun Ranger-led tour!

Recreation:

Education Programs: We house the Bosque Ecosystem Monitoring Site (BEMP) student/scientist site through a partnership with the Bosque School in Albuquerque. Picnicking. Trails: Accompanied with a self-guided trail booklet for visitors to enjoy. 2.3 miles, Hiking, Interpretive Trails, Accessible Trails. Wildlife Viewing: Birding. Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park is an Audobon designated Important Birding Area and we are a recent addition to the Statewide Birding Trail as stop number 43.

Facilities:

Amphitheater, Gardens, Group Facilities: Group picnic shelter, Meeting room, Facilities: Visitor Center: Exhibits , Wildlife Viewing Blinds

Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Amphitheater
  • Educational Programs
  • Gift/Souvenir Shop
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trail
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Meeting Hall
  • Nature Study
  • Picnic Areas
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnicing
  • Visitor Center
Alerts and Important Information
Prohibited Activities : No off-road vehicle travel. No bicycles on trails.
New Mexico is beginning our Outdoor Recreation Plan and needs your input! The plan will:
  • Address the state and nation's outdoor recreation trends and their economic impacts
  • Inventory the state's resources and address how best to protect them
  • Help determine the state's priorities for awarding federal funds from the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Day Passes - Important Information

Day Use Pass Entrance Permits should be printed and placed on your dashboard so that it is visible to Park Rangers at all times. Failure to display the permit could result in a citation. If you are unable to print your permit, please proceed immediately to a self-pay station in the park and follow the instructions found there for filling out a Self Pay Permit.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

Mesilla Valley Bosque
5000 Calle Del Norte
Mesilla  NM  88046
Phone Number:
Project Office: (575)523-4398