Park Superintendent
Gary Jewell
(505) 876-2391
Gary.Jewell@state.nm.us
Address
P.O. Box 3419
Prewitt, NM 87045
Land
3,000 acres
Fishing, Fishing, and More Fishing
Bluewater Lake and Bluewater Creek are stocked with rainbow trout, native or
cutthroat trout, and catfish, with trout weighing up to 9 pounds having been
caught in the lake. Numerous good fishing areas are easily reached by car. The
park also is a popular spot for ice fishing in the winter months.
Birds, Birds, and Yes, More Birds
The park is host to many of nature's feathered friends.
Bird watching, whether by the expert or novice, is a must at the lake with at
least 68 different species of birds calling the park home or a savory resting
spot.
Geology Galore
Bluewater Lake is situated on the north flank of the Zuni Mountains in the Las
Tusas Basin. The reservoir is located in a valley carved in shale and limestone.
The latter of which contains snail and brachiopod fossils.
Getting There
Bluewater Lake State Park is 28 miles west of Grants via I-40 and NM 412.
