Posted Apr 6, 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. Announcement — Status Posted Mar 18, 2024 - Status
New Mexico's southernmost lake, ringed by desert grassland north of Carlsbad. Boat, paddle, and fish by day; stay for some of the best sunsets and darkest night skies in the state.
Things to do
🥾 Hiking
🛶 Paddling
🏊 Swimming
🎣 Fishing
⛵ Boating
🐦 Birding
Amenities & facilities
🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Restrooms & Showers
👥 Group Sites
🛝 Playground
🚤 Boat Ramp
🚐 RV Dump Station
🌿 Nature Center
🐕 Pets Allowed
RV / campsite hookups
🔌 Full Hookups (Sewer/Water/Electric)
⚡ Electric & Water
⛺ Primitive / No Hookups
Camping options
51 Developed Campsites
38 W+ E Sites (30 amp)
10 W+ E Sites (50 amp)
3 W+E+S Full Hookup Sites (50 amp)
Primitive Camping
Shoreline Camping
Entrance fee
$5 per adult (13+) — Day use $5 NM resident (no charge Oct 1 - Apr 30), $10 non-resident; walk-in and bicycle free. Camping per night: primitive $10 resident / $15 non-resident, developed $15 resident / $20 non-resident. Hookups add $5 water, $10 electric, $5 sewer per day.
Hours
Camping
Open 24/7 with Pay Stations
Visitor Center
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours as published by New Mexico State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.