A picturesque lake set among tall pines, Heron Lake State Park has been designated a "quiet lake" where boats operate at no-wake speeds only. This park is known for its excellent sailing, kayaking and canoeing, fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking.

Wind and Ice
Lake is ideal for sailing and windsurfing, as well as fishing for record-size trout. Ice fishing is popular in winter for the arctic set.

Cozy Camps
Several scenic campgrounds line the shore of this scenic lake--primitive and full developed campsites are available for every taste.

Caprock Descent
Access the hiking and fishing trail along the gorgeous Rio Chama from the dramatic caprock stairway near Heron Dam. The 5.5 mile trail which crosses the river by suspension bridge, affords panoramic views and an adventurous route to neighboring El Vado Lake.

Getting There
Heron Lake State Park is 11 miles west of Tierra Amarilla via US highways 64 and 84 and NM 95.

 Park Map

Park Brochure

Park Management

Plan

Park Photo Tour

           Friends of Heron  Lake State Park and El Vado Lake State Park

       Fast Facts

            Gate Hours
             24 hours

  Park Superintendent
         Anthony Marquez
         (575) 588-7470
Anthony.Marquez@state.nm.us

             Address
           PO Box 159
      Los Ojos, NM 87551

               Land
            4,100 Acres

         Lake Surface
            5,900 acres

             Elevation
             7,200 feet

           Precipitation
             24 in. rainfall
          125 in. snowfall

           Temperature
           January   38/09
           April        56/24
           July         78/43
           October    61/28

Current Fire Restrictions

Current Lake Levels