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Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

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Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited except in State Park developed camp and picnic grounds where grills and stoves are provided by the State Park. The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site/improved site, or while standing in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material.

ADA sites must DISPLAY Handicapped Placard or have License Plate with Handicapped signage, or will be asked to relocate.

OHV's are not allowed to be operated within the Park boundaries.

Please bring proof of your reservation with you to your campsite.

Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals. If your campfire is too hot to touch, it's too hot to leave. Drown it with water, stir it with a shovel, and repeat until your campfire is out cold! Learn more from Smokey Bear.

Los Tanos Campground, located near Santa Rosa Lake State Park in New Mexico, features flat terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Santa Rosa Lake, which offers opportunities for fishing and boating, and the Blue Hole, a popular diving spot.

Description

State Park

Santa Rosa Lake State Park

This reservoir on the plains of eastern New Mexico offers fishing, boating, camping, and hiking, as well as abundant bird watching opportunities. Equestrians are welcome at the Los Tanos Campground.

Park Elevation 4,751 ft

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Location

Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park is located in New Mexico

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Directions

FROM HISTORICAL ROUTE 66 IN SANTA ROSA, NM, TURN NORTH ON 2ND ST. GO APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE TO EDDY AVE, AND TURN RIGHT(EAST). GO APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE AND TURN LEFT(NORTH) ON 8TH ST. 8TH ST WILL EVENTUALLY BECOME NM HWY 91. TAKE NM HWY 91 NORTH 7 MILES TO THE PARK.

Address

PO BOX 384
Santa Rosa, NM 88435

Coordinates

35.025 N
104.673 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Oct. 9, 2023

Drugs and Vagrants

This place needs to be patrolled by law enforcement. Vagrant drug users acting crazy in the middle of the night.

Reviewed Jun. 24, 2022

Nice layover

Catch the cool evening desert breezes from the Rocking Point loop, which sits across the dam and above the lake. The drive to the park from I 40 is on a nicely paved road so the distance feels less. Also, close to Santa Rosa for supplies. Not much to do here, but it was peaceful and the stars were beautiful. The Shoreline Trail is a nice hike.

Back in site fairly level with concrete picnic table under cover, which is nice because there is very little to no shade in this loop. Beautiful views of the reservoir, but sad to see how low the water level is now. 

Good overnight stopover.

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  • Review photo of Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park by Susan L., June 24, 2022
  • Review photo of Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park by Susan L., June 24, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park?

    Camping at Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park can cost between $15.00 and $30.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park?

    Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park is located at 4 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.