Fees waived on Black Friday at New Mexico state parks
Nov 24, 2024
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Those looking for another activity during the Thanksgiving break have a cheap option with state parks here in New Mexico.
the State Energy and Mineral Department said Black Friday will be a free-use day for all 35 parks in the Land of Enchantment. However, some parks may be closed due to seasonal hours.
The department is encouraging those who take advantage of the free-use day to dress in layers, stay hydrated, and practice "leave no trace" principles.
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The free day-use access will be available from each of the parks opening to closing hours on November 29.
The parks involved in New Mexico are listed below:
Bluewater Lake
Bottomless Lakes
Brantley Lake
Caballo Lake
Cerrillos Hills
Cimarron Canyon
City of Rocks
Clayton Lake
Conchas Lake
Coyote Creek
Eagle Nest Lake
Elephant Butte Lake
El Vado Lake
Fenton Lake
Heron Lake
Hyde Memorial
Leasburg Dam
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
Manzano Mountains
Mesilla Valley Bosque
Morphy Lake
Navajo Lake
Oasis
Oliver Lee Memorial
Pancho Villa
Pecos Canyon
Percha Dam
Rio Grande Nature Center
Rockhound
Santa Rosa Lake
Storrie Lake
Sugarite Canyon
Sumner Lake
Ute Lake
Villanueva
To check for specific hours, click here, and select the park you'd like to visit.