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Fort Sumner Lake State Park

A picturesque lake set among tall pines, Heron Lake State Park has been designated a "quiet lake" where boats operate at no-wake speeds only. This park is known for its excellent sailing, fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking.

Gate Hours
24 hours

Park Superintendent
Anthony Marquez
(505) 588-7470
Anthony.Marquez@state.nm.us

Address
PO Box 159
Los Ojos, NM 87551

Land
4,100 Acres

Wind and Ice
Lake is ideal for sailing and windsurfing, as well as fishing for record-size trout. Ice fishing is popular in winter for the arctic set.

Cozy Camps
Several scenic campgrounds line the shore of this scenic lake--primitive and full developed campsites are available for every taste.

Caprock Descent
Access the hiking and fishing trail along the gorgeous Rio Chama from the dramatic caprock stairway near Heron Dam. The 5.5 mile trail which crosses the river by suspension bridge, affords panoramic views and an adventurous route to neighboring El Vado Lake.

Getting There
Heron Lake State Park is 11 miles west of Tierra Amarilla via US highways 64 and 84 and NM 95.

Facilities
   Activities
Visitor Center Trails
Group Shelter Camping
Developed Sites (250) Picnicking
Electric Sites (54) Wildlife Viewing
RV Dump Station Winter Sports
Restrooms Fishing
Showers Boating
Marina Sailing
Mast-Up Sailboat Storage Facility Trails
 

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