New Mexico State Parks
1220 South St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505
P.O. Box 1147
Santa Fe, NM 87504
P: (505) 476-3355
or 1-888-NMPARKS
(667-2757)
F: (505) 476-3361
The park is located 10 miles from "Blue Hole"- an 81 foot deep natural artesian spring. Santa Rosa Lake is popular among visitors who enjoy boating related activities.
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From fishing clinics to interpretive, hands on educational events, Santa Rosa provides numerous activities in which children and families can learn about the outdoors.
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A variety of succulents including a Tree Cholla cactus (shown), soaptree yucca and mesquite can be found at the park.
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Whether fishing for walleye and catfish or hiking the park's two trails - Santa Rosa is the perfect weekend getaway.
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Santa Rosa is attractive to RVers and campers especially because the park has three campgrounds.
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Santa Rosa is the first major lake along the Pecos River, and was created by an earth fill dam.