NM State Parks•Tierra Amarilla, NM•10h from Austin

Heron 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

$10–14/nt

Hookups

Water + Electric

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

Poor

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

May–Oct

Reservations

ReserveAmerica

Highlights

▶ No-wake lake (sailboats, kayaks, fishing only) in dense ponderosa at 7,200 ft — unusually quiet compared to motorboat parks
▶ Trophy kokanee salmon and trout; 5-mile trail to El Vado Lake for a natural two-park loop
▶ Cooler and less crowded than most NM water camping; reliable summer escape from Texas heat

Planning Notes

Less crowded than El Vado next door and has a distinct quiet character worth its own entry. Some sites have no hookups. Reserve via ReserveAmerica.

Contact: (575) 588-7470

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