Very nice campground but do not expect to go to the lake as the locals camp on the lake. We were there on a Thursday and found they let dogs their run free and made fires despite a ban on campfires. They line their campers along the lake making it impossible to access the lake. We mentioned it to the camp host who said not much they can do. The campground is well kept and the picnic tables were under a cover.See more..
4.5Williams Lake(189 reviews) - Moderate trail Bodies of Water
This is a moderate trail and if u aren’t a fan of hiking don’t do it. It’s pretty hard trail in my opinion. Make sure u have a ton of water. The water level on the lake is pretty low but the view is worth the whole 4.2 miles journeySee more..
Beautiful lake in town. Nice trails for hiking or biking. There were lots of people fishing for trout which is stocked, they have boats to rent, horse riding and food trailers (not open due to Covid).See more..
4.5Abiquiu Lake(102 reviews) - Enchanting Abiquiu great for SUP or boating Bodies of Water
Beautiful, calm lake with a gorgeous mountain backdrop. This is a good lake for SUP, canoeing, & for boating. The water was a good temperature and not too cloudy. We did check in at the Visitor Center when we arrived to find out about a parking or day pass, but there was no fee for paddleboarding. There are quite a few shade structures with picnic tables and grills, but they are not near the water. They are up on a rocky ledge overlooking the lake. You are able to drop off your canoe or paddle board in the unloading zone, but parking is further up on the rocky ledge. Saw ducks and lots of fish. Went in the morning on a Friday and the lake was pretty empty. Just a few other people there- a couple fishing in their fishing boats, a couple speed boats pulling water skiers, and some other SUPs. The wind kicked up pretty bad in the afternoon, so suggest you go early if you can. I can’t say enough about how beautiful the backdrop was. Enjoy!See more..
4.0Cochiti Lake(70 reviews) - Nice campground Bodies of Water
This is a nice recreation area. A lot of the camping areas are closed but there are still spots available with some electric and water. The beach area is just a short drive away. There are some short trails that you can hike. It’s nice and quiet the end of October. The weather is great this time of the year.See more..
Once featured in "Ripley's Believe It or Not" as the river that crosses itself, this artificial channel brings Pecos River water from Lake Avalon to dry areas as part of the Carlsbad Irrigation System. Orginally made of wood, the Flume was destroyed by a flood in 1902 and then remade out of concrete.See more..
3.0Isleta Lakes(53 reviews) - Terrible place to think you will get any sleep Bodies of Water
Nice views and beautiful natural habitat. The downside was that the trains just never stopped. They kept going day and night. Every 30 or 40 minutes you can count on hearing a train whistle blow.See more..
4.0Park Lake(46 reviews) - Do not mistaken Park Lake for Blue Hole Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water
My husband and I were looking for Blue Hole and found Park Lake. We thought Park Lake was Blue Hole but we were wrong. Park Lake was a small lake with loads of water toys. They wanted $10 per person for entry. We told them we wanted to just look around so we were not charged and did not get a wrist band. We spent about 15 minutes walking around the lake then left. The park was quite crowded for a Wednesday afternoon.See more..
4.0Rattlesnake Springs(45 reviews) - Relaxing and shady picnic spot Bodies of Water
Rattlesnake Springs is a part of Carlsbad Caverns NP that is not connected to, and a few miles south of, the main road to the caverns and visitor center. I believe that during normal times, there is a ranger-led tour of a nearby cave available. Given Covid, that tour wasn't running, but we found Rattlesnake Springs to be a nice oasis. We brought a picnic lunch and enjoyed eating it at a table amidst a green area shaded by large trees. It was a pretty spot, and we were glad we took some time to sit down, relax, and enjoy the quiet atmosphere.See more..
4.0Ute Lake State Park(44 reviews) - Peaceful New Mexico night Bodies of Water
We stayed in the Yucca camp loop.. This place was clean. Long pull thru sites. Super long. Fire ring, grill, table with a cover, water and electric. Walking distance to the beach.See more..
4.0Heron Lake State Park(39 reviews) - Stay in the campground for 4 nights had a great view State Parks • Bodies of Water
Known for excellent sailing, fishing, hiking and cross-country skiing, this scenic park offers a 6,000-acre lake where boats can only operate at no-wake speeds.See more..
4.5Green Lake(29 reviews) - Massive Chamber open but green lake closed to public for Covid Bodies of Water
Lake in Carlsbad Caverns with stalactites and stalagmites.See more..
4.0Lake Roberts(26 reviews) - Fabulous trout fishing in a relaxing peaceful beautiful lake! Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests
Had a wonderful time tooling around the lake in our little fishing boat. This is a very understated lovely area that is serene and peaceful. Caught a couple of delicious trout and there was barely anyone on the lake! Had the whole place to ourselves! Lots of parking, boat ramp, beautiful picnic areas, and multiple campgrounds including one with RV hookups. The community of Lake Roberts has a couple of places with accommodations (Lake Roberts Motel and Lake Roberts Cabins and General Store). Very beautiful area in the mountains!See more..
Had a great day of fishing, took my kids and caught 5 pretty good sized trout in about an hour and a half. Price was very reasonable and the staff was great, very friendly and cleaned the fish for us. I read all the negative reviews but experienced none of that. This is an excellent spot to take your kids. Highly recommend this place and will be returning again soon.See more..
We offer the opportunity for you and your kids to actually catch fish. We provide everything you need to fish. When you get done fishing we clean your fish and then we give you recipes for cooking your fish. Hours vary depending on the season, so please call for times.See more..
5.0Cimarron River(17 reviews) - Cimarron River Canyon New Mexico Bodies of Water
Located in northern New Mexico, this scenic river is dotted with campsites and laced with lovely trails.See more..
4.0Farmington Lake(17 reviews) - Paddleboard and swim Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water
In the summer, I come here at least twice a week. I love to paddleboard and swim at The Beach. There are paddleboard rentals, but aren’t always open. The Beach has huge inflatables to swim out to and play. The water gets deep fairly quickly so not so strong swimmers may need a floatation device. There are lifeguards and a small snack shack. You may bring your own snacks/drinks.See more..
3.5San Antonio Hot Springs(13 reviews) - Drive if you can Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
I've heard unless you have a 4WD it's a long hike from 126. I would drive as the hike is about 2.5 miles. There are a lot of deep holes and rocks on the road. I WOULD NOT DRIVE A SEDAN UP THERE. Other than that, its a beautiful and serene place. Always have your fair share of pot-smokers but at least there weren't any naked people.See more..
3.5Bill Evans Lake Wildlife Area(10 reviews) - Great for boating & fishing Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We hiked on a few trails, enjoyed viewing the poppies and other wild plants, and went on a rafting venture. Lovely area for campers.See more..
4.5Mimbres River Preserve(8 reviews) - Wonderful place to stop and picnic, but entrance rough on smaller car Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Directions in a previous review are great, and this is a wonderful spot to enjoy the river and explore the ruins of a small house. However, Oursmall car had a hard time going up the steep, rutted gravel driveway to get back to 35.See more..
Stumbled across this lake when exploring outside of Las Vegas, and we were glad we found it! Very quiet and quaint, this lake offers amazing views and landscape.See more..
5.0Tree Spring(4 reviews) - Great Escape Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails
Shady and relaxing hiking trail that offers an excellent view of the Pino and Bear canyons.See more..
5.0Mescalero Lake(3 reviews) - Absolutely beautiful! Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Beautifully situated next to the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino. The lake water was clean and park allowed for lots of activities including hiking, fishing, water retrieving (on a long leaf) for our dog. Convenient parking and no entry fee.See more..
Nice lake for fishing. The area also has hiking trails. Make sure you have a fishing license if you plan on fishingSee more..
4.0Quemado Lake(1 review) - Beautiful scenery Bodies of Water
My boyfriend, our 2 dogs, and I went to Quemado Lake twice in as many days. The beach is not very big, but the lake is quite lovely with mesas surrounding it. Our dogs had a fantastic time splashing in the water and running around the little island we claimed for ourselves. There is lots of fishing at the lake so be aware of discarded fishing line! Also make sure to wear sunscreen, bring water, and have towels to wipe down feet and paws. See more..
5.0Weathers Rv Park(1 review) - Such nice people! Bodies of Water • Parks • Hiking Trails
We needed a quiet place to spend the night with full hook-ups at a reasonable price. This RV park filled the bill in all categories. It was spacious with a view of the lake. When we pulled in, the owner actually came out to our RV to greet us, told us where to park and had us "check in" the next morning! There is a very easy walking trail along the lake in front of the RV park.See more..
