NM State Parks•Eagle Nest, NM•9.5h from Austin

Eagle Nest Lake State Park

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$10/nt

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

Fair

Water

Bring your own

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

May–Sep

Reservations

ReserveAmerica (6 sites); rest first-come

Highlights

▶ High-altitude reservoir at 8,200 ft in the Moreno Valley with sweeping Wheeler Peak views — measurably cool even in July
▶ Gold-medal trout and kokanee salmon fishery; one of NM's premier fly fishing destinations
▶ Strong loop potential with Sugarite Canyon SP, Cimarron Canyon, and Angel Fire

Planning Notes

No hookups and no dump station at park — use the dump station in Eagle Nest town (fee). Very exposed, windy sites — chock trailer well. First-come except 6 reservable sites. Water from central spigot only.

Contact: (575) 377-1594

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.