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Los Tanos Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

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

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

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

35.025 N
104.673 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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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
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.