City of Rocks State Park

New Mexico State Park

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Restriction — Stage II Fire Restrictions (through Jan 31, 2027)

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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.
Restriction — Clayton Lake & Dinosaur Trackways
Posted Mar 30, 2026 - Clayton Lake & Dinosaur Trackways
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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 of 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.

Entrance fee$5 / adult

Elevation5,259 ft

CampingYes

RV hookupsElectric & water

PetsAllowed

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About City of Rocks State Park

Volcanic pinnacles up to 40 feet tall, split by sandy lanes like the streets of a small town, left by an eruption 35 million years ago. Camp among the rocks, ride the trails, and use the observatory after dark.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🐦 Birding
🔭 Stargazing

Amenities & facilities

🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Restrooms & Showers
👥 Group Sites
🌿 Nature Center
🐕 Pets Allowed

RV / campsite hookups

⚡ Electric & Water

Camping options

1 W+ E Sites (50 amp)
2 W + E Sites (30 amp)
Group 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.

Contact

Phone575-536-2800

Address327 Hwy 61, Faywood, NM 88034

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