Bluewater Lake

Open — Open year-round. Gate hours are 7am to 5pm November 1 through March 31, and 6am to 9pm April 1 through October 31. Reservations available up to 6 months in advance via New Mexico State Parks.

About

Bluewater Lake State Park is a year-round camping destination set in a scenic pinon-juniper landscape with panoramic views of the Zuni Mountains. Located 25 miles west of Grants off Interstate 40, the park spans 3,000 acres and centers around a serene lake known for exceptional tiger muskie fishing. The campground offers 149 sites across multiple loops including Lakeside and Boure campgrounds, with approximately half available for reservation and the rest first-come, first-served. The park provides a range of camping options from basic sites to those with electric hookups, accommodating RVs up to 111 feet in equipment length at select sites. Modern amenities include flush restrooms with showers, a dump station, and picnic areas with tables and grills. Some sites feature covered shelters for shade. Two group shelters are available for larger gatherings. Beyond camping, visitors enjoy diverse recreational activities including boating, water skiing, sailing, hiking, birding, and horseback riding. Winter visitors appreciate the ice fishing opportunities. The park features courtesy docks, an information center, a playground, and excellent wildlife viewing. Off-highway motor vehicles are prohibited in the park. Gate hours vary seasonally: 6am-9pm from April through October, and 7am-5pm from November through March.

Directions

Exit Interstate 40 at Exit 63 (Prewitt) onto Highway 412. Go south 7 miles on Highway 412 to the park entrance.

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