State Park
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Official sources & verification
Managed by New Mexico State Parks Division
Source of truth
- Caballo Lake State Park — official page
Operator-published page with current visitor information.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(575) 743-3942
- Address:10 Palomino Road, Caballo, NM 87931 · NM
About
Caballo Lake State Park is situated in southern New Mexico along the shores of Caballo Lake. The name "Caballo" translates to "horse" in Spanish, reflecting the area's historical ties to ranching and the livestock industry. The park offers expansive views of the lake, surrounded by the rugged landscape of mountains and desert terrain, providing a serene environment for outdoor activities.
Visitors can engage in fishing, boating, and hiking within the park. Access to the lake includes boat ramps for launching watercraft. Parking is available near the lake, and the area’s remote nature enhances its natural charm. Weather can change, so it is important to be prepared for varying temperatures. Before your visit, please confirm hours, fees, and any potential closures with the official state agency.
Source: emnrd.nm.gov
From Wikipedia
Caballo Lake State Park is a state park of New Mexico, United States, located 16 miles (26 km) south of Truth or Consequences on the Rio Grande. Caballo Lake was created in the 1930s when the Caballo Dam was built across the Rio Grande. The dam is 96 feet (29 m) tall and 4,558 feet (1,389 m) across. The size of the lake varies by season, but when the lake is full, it is over 11,500 acres (47 km2) in area, and 18 miles (29 km) long, making it New Mexico's third largest lake.
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This park overlaps hunting units
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the New Mexico hunting page
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