EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The New Mexico State Parks Division wants to hear from you about how to improve recreational opportunities in the future. The survey results will be incorporated into a new ...

**Note: A previous version of this story included the incorrect number of state parks in New Mexico. It has been updated with the correct number. NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico’s 35 state parks ...

The state wants to give New Mexicans better opportunity to explore our state parks. And what’s the best way to do that? Make them free through the winter, according to Toby Velasquez, director of New ...

New Mexico State Parks invites residents and visitors to welcome 2026 with annual polar plunges and First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day. Families, outdoor enthusiasts and first-time adventurers can ...

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will be marking National Hunting and Fishing Day by offering a "free fishing weekend" on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 and Sept. 28. The New Mexico ...

Oasis State Park offers a peaceful desert escape, Lake Colorado City State Park is ideal for water activities, Caprock Canyon State Park features stunning natural beauty and unique attractions, and ...

New Mexico State Parks warns of blue-green algae found in Eagle Nest Lake. Provided by New Mexico State Parks Staff Reports New Mexico State Parks has observed the presence of blue-green algae blooms ...

New Mexico is offering free access to state parks and fishing this weekend. All state parks will be open for free day use on Sept. 27 in recognition of National Public Lands Day, according to a ...

Kodachrome Basin State Park, Makoshika State Park, Blackwater Falls State Park, and City of Rocks State Park. Spires, ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Some New Mexicans across the state got some fresh air today with a New Year’s Day nature walk. Every year, New Mexico state parks host “first day hikes” to get people out ...

A 2024 study found that visitors to New Mexico's state parks spent over $320 million. The overall economic contribution to the state from park visitor spending was $266 million. New Mexico's 35 state ...