Santa Rosa Lake State Park, a New Mexico State Park

SANTA ROSA LAKE STATE PARK

Santa Rosa Lake State Park, a high plains Pecos River reservoir, offers a variety of water sports. Anglers often catch bass, catfish, and walleye.

Fishing

You can enjoy fishing in a large reservoir, home to various species like largemouth bass and catfish. Walleye and crappie are also abundant here. The park offers boat ramps for easy access to the water. Shoreline fishing is another popular option available.

Location

Santa Rosa Lake State Park is

Nearby Parks

Chugach National Forest

Goose Creek State Park

John Mountain National Recreation Trail

Deer Mountain National Recreation Trail

National Forests in Alabama

Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail

National Forests in Florida

Aden Lava Flow Wilderness

Picnicking

Santa Rosa Lake State Park offers numerous picnic areas with tables and grills, some overlooking the lake. No reservations required.

Birding

The park offers diverse birding opportunities with over 200 species recorded, including waterfowl and migratory birds. Birdwatchers can explore various habitats like wetlands, grasslands and juniper scrubland. The lake attracts a variety of shorebirds while the surrounding areas are home to songbirds and raptors.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

September 24 Awesome starry night skies! by Mama T

Loved the park and what an amazing starry night sky ! Felt like I could reach out and touch the universe! Clean facilities and easy self pay program! I now know why they call it the land of enchantment ! Very mystical and enchanting! Wow ! Great camping park!

March 24 by Charles O.

Good when water is at a higer level for fishing.

February 20 Our favorite fishing hole by rose winters

We love to fish and we have adopted Santa Rosa as our home away from home. Beautiful all rear round. Spring thru fall great fishing. Camp grounds are always clean and the rangers are always friendly and helpful.