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Fees, Permits & Rentals

For a downloadable phone listing of state parks click here

To purchase the New Mexico State Parks Passes online click here

Daily Entrance: (6am-9pm; per vehicle)

Day-Use*

$5 at Park or online

Notes: Day-Use Passes may be purchased at park or at 1-888-667-2757 or online.

Purchase of Day Use Pass through the online reservation system will result in a $.35 convenience fee.

Walk-in/bicycle

No Charge

Bus/ Tour Vehicle*

$15

*See Special Day Use Park for other rates
Overnight Camping: (per vehicle, per night)

Primitive Site

$8

Notes: Primitive campsites offer no special facilities except a cleared area for camping.

Sites may include trash cans, chemical toilets or parking. Developed sites offer additional facilities such as electric and sewage hookups.

Reserving any campsite through the online reservation system will result a $4 per night ($12 maximum) convenience fee for any single reservation.

Developed Site

$10

Developed Site + Electric Hookup

$14

Developed Site + Sewage Hookup

$14

Developed Site + Electric & Sewage hookups

$18

Electric Hookup with Annual Camping Permit

$4

Sewage Hookup with Annual Camping Permit

$4

Electric & Sewage Hookup with Annual Camping Permit

$8

Water Hookup (where available)

No Charge

Annual Day-Use Permit (valid 12 months from month of purchase)

New Mexico Resident or Non Resident (No Replacement)

$40 (No Replacement)

Notes: Annual Day-Use Permits may be purchased at any NM State Park office toll free
at 1-888-667-2757 or online while making your camping reservations click here.
Purchase of Annual Day Use Permit through the online reservation system will result in a $6.50 convenience fee.
Annual Camping Permit (valid 12 months from month of purchase)
New Mexico Resident
Proof of New Mexico I.D. and Vehicle License Plate Number are required at time of purchase.

$180

Notes: Annual Camping Permits may be purchased at any NM State Park office toll free
at 1-888-667-2757 or online while making your camping reservations click here.

Proof of residency required.

Purchase of Annual Day Use Permit through the online reservation system will result in a $6.50 convenience fee.

*Senior and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a NM State Park Office, or at the Santa Fe Headquarters.

To find a park near you click here.

New Mexico Resident *Senior, 62+
Must be Purchased at NM State Parks’ Santa Fe Office or any  NM State Park Visitor Centers only. Proof of Age and Vehicle License Plate Number are required at time of purchase.

This cannot be purchased online. Senior and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a NM State Park Office or at the Santa Fe Headquarters.

$100

New Mexico Resident *Disabled (proof of disability required)

  • a New Mexico handicap motor vehicle license plate issued to them;
  • a parking placard for mobility impaired individuals with the photograph of the placard holder issued to them by the Taxation and Revenue Department, Motor Vehicle Division;
  • a New Mexico Department of Game and Fish lifetime hunting and fishing card containing their name;
  • a written determination from the United States Social Security Administration finding that they are currently eligible for Social Security disability benefits or supplemental security income disability benefits; or
  • a photocopy of the award letter the United States Department of Veterans Affairs issues indicating they have a one hundred percent service-connected disability.

This cannot be purchased online. Senior and Disabled Passes must be purchased at a NM State Park Office or at the Santa Fe Headquarters.

$100

Out-of-State Resident
Proof of I.D. and Vehicle License Plate Number are required at time of purchase.

$225

Replacement

$10 REPLACEMENT PASS DETAILS (For In-person Purchases Only)

For in-person purchases, a replacement pass can be obtained for $10. Customers are required to sign an affidavit when making the request.

$10

New Mexico Veterans

New Mexico Veteran with 50% or more disability – Apply Here

No charge

Notes: Eligible veterans can access complimentary day-use and enjoy up to three nights of camping. Secure your spot by making reservations online or presenting a pass upon arrival. While utility hook-up and reservation fees are applicable, it’s essential to be aware that no refunds or rainchecks will be provided. To apply, click here.
Daily Entrance to special Day-Use parks
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park $3

      Bicycle or Walk-in

No Charge

      Bus/Tour Vehicle $15
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park $5

     Bicycle or Walk-in

No Charge

     Bus/Tour Vehicle

$15

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
Notes: Permits are not valid at
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park.

      Adult

$5

      Children ages 7-12

$3

      Children ages 6 and under

No Charge

      Adult group rates (20 or more) per person

$3

      K-12 School Groups

50¢ per person

      American Zoological Association members Adults

$2.50

      American Zoological Association members Children

$1.50

Rentals & Facilities General Rates: Rental of any park facilities through the online reservation system will result in a $4 per day ($12 maximum) convenience fee.
Group Shelter(s)

      Under 750 sq. feet

$45

      Over 750 sq. feet

$90

Rally or Group Site(s)

     Groups – less than 30

$135

     Groups – 30 or more

$180

Conference Room Rentals

      Large Conference Room

      8 am – 5 pm

$200

      After Hours

$300

      Half Day Rate

$50

      Small Conference Room

      8 am – 5 pm

$100

      After Hours

$200

      Half Day Rate

$25

Entire Entrance Building

       Parks Open Hours

$125

      After Hours

$275

Park Specific Venues & Rates: Rental of any park facilities through the online reservation system will result in a $4 per day ($12 maximum) convenience fee.
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park Mesilla Valley NM Perfect for Weddings, Graduations & Reunions.
Classroom Rentals
        All day $100
        1/2 Day $25
Park Plaza Rentals (Evening Events Only)
       After Hours
       Monday – Thursday
       4:30 pm – 10 pm $700
       Friday – Sunday
       4:30 pm – 10 pm $1,000
Damage Deposit $350
Chair & Table Rental inquiry at park for rental rates
Hyde Memorial State Park – Historic Lodge, Santa Fe NM
Perfect for Weddings, Graduations & Reunions.
Click here for more info about renting at
Hyde Memorial State Parks. Reservations must can be made here

   Monday – Thursday

    10 am to 10 pm

$700

   Friday – Sunday

     10 am to 10 pm

$1,500

Damage and Cleaning Deposit
(Refunded upon inspection)

$250 – $350

Cerrillos Hills State Park
      Visitor Center – Per Day $135
      Special Use Permit Fee $15
Damage and Cleaning Deposit $200
Concession Permit Application
Special Use Permit

Download the Special Use Permit here.

Film and Photography Permit

Download the Film and Photography Permit here.

Research Permit

Download the Research Permit here.