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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Attention: OHV's are not allowed to be operated within the Park boundaries.
ATTENTION!!! :

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: 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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Services & Amenities:

Within Park
  • Boat Launch Ramp
  • Boating
  • Dump Station
  • Fishing
  • Hiking Trail
  • Information Center
  • Modern Restrooms
  • Park Office
  • Parking
  • Playground
  • Sailing
  • Showers
  • Toilet, Pit/Vault
  • Water Skiing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Alerts and Important Information
CHAMA (HIKING) TRAIL
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:

El Vado Lake
P.O. BOX 367
Tierra Amarilla  NM  87575
Phone Number:
Project Office: (575)588-7247
RA Phone Number: 1-877-664-7787 (Reservations)