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Southeast Region
Eastern New Mexico State Park
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Roasting hot dogs over an open fire.
EASTERN NEW MEXICO STATE PARK
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EASTERN NEW MEXICO STATE PARK


Location
Eastern New Mexico State Park is located near Portales


Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
August 9 by Jimmie Jones
My father was the first Park caretaker /game warden at this park. My family lived there from 1934 until june 1941. took care of the land and lake.I was born in Clovis two weeks after they moved. WE still have pictures of the park and events of that era.
September 6 First caretaker by Jim jones
Howard jones was the first caretaker and lived on the grounds from 1934 / 1941 . At age 24. Maintained the lake and grounds, ran the snack bar,bath house, hosted dr. John Howard archeology team of Clovis culture dig site in the 34/ 37 era. He moved from the park in 41 two weeks prior to my birth.
May 27 Closed by J. Whary
This park was one of NM 1st four parks built in 1934, however it was closed around 1959. Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Stadium and Black Water Arch. Site Museum now sits on the property.
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