Rolling hills studded with pinon and juniper trees encircle the lake, which is stocked with trout and catfish. Bluewater Lake State Park is popular for boating and year-round fishing.

Fishing, Fishing, and More Fishing
Bluewater Lake and Bluewater Creek are stocked with rainbow trout, native or cutthroat trout, and catfish, with trout weighing up to 9 pounds having been caught in the lake. Numerous good fishing areas are easily reached by car. The park also is a popular spot for ice fishing in the winter months.

Birds, Birds, and Yes, More Birds
The park is host to many of nature's feathered friends. 
Bird watching, whether by the expert or novice, is a must at the lake with at least 68 different species of birds calling the park home or a savory resting spot.

Geology Galore
Bluewater Lake is situated on the north flank of the Zuni Mountains in the Las Tusas Basin. The reservoir is located in a valley carved in shale and limestone. The latter of which contains snail and brachiopod fossils.

Getting There
Bluewater Lake State Park is 28 miles west of Grants via I-40 and NM 412.

FAST FACTS

Gate Hours
  March 1 - October 31

6am-9pm

November 1 - April 31

  7am-5pm

Park Superintendent
         Mr. Kelly Richerson

       505.876.2391

kelly.Richerson@state.nm.us

Address
       P.O. Box 3419
    Prewitt, NM 87045

Land
         3,000 acres

Lake Surface
         1,200 acres

Elevation
         7,400 feet

Precipitation
        10.5 inches

Temperature
      January    48/16 
      April        67/31
      July         86/52
      October   63/33
    

•Park Map

•Current Lake Levels

•Park Brochure

•Park Management Plan

•Photo Tour