Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The 35 state parks in New Mexico offer a wide variety of activities for visitors, many including trails for ...

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New Mexico’s 35 state parks brought in $266 million to boost the state’s economy in fiscal year 2024, according to the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

State Parks announces outdoor activities at all 35 parks Jan. 1 If you’re near Eagle Nest on Jan. 1, head over to the lake and join a gathering of people cheering on those about to take a frosty New ...

Sitting at the intersection of the southern Rocky Mountains and the sweeping deserts between Texas and Arizona, New Mexico has virtually everything needed for a memorable Southwestern adventure. Major ...

**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 ...