Percha Dam State Park

New Mexico State Park

Entrance fee$5 / adult
Elevation4,447 ft
CampingYes
PetsAllowed
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About Percha Dam State Park

A quiet cottonwood grove on the Rio Grande, and one of the best birding stops in southern New Mexico. Shade, easy fishing, and relaxed camping without much of a crowd.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Camping options

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

Gates Open 24/7

Day-Use: 6:00AM – 9:00PM

Quiet Hours: 10:00PM – 7:00AM

Hours as published by New Mexico State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone575-743-3942

Address80 Percha Dam Canal Road, Caballo, NM 87931

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