Established Camping
El Vado Lake State Park Campground
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. 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.
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.
El Vado Lake State Park Campground, near Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. With sites that are nicely spaced out, you can kick back and relax without feeling crowded, even during the busier months.
This campground offers electric hookups and drinking water, making it a convenient choice for RV campers. Visitors have raved about the stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains, especially from Grassy Point campground, which also features a solid boat ramp for easy lake access. One camper shared, “We are here in the off season, so very few campers. A beautiful area.”
If you’re into wildlife, you might just have a memorable encounter; one camper had an elk wander into their camp, creating a magical moment. Fishing is also a popular activity here, with some guests catching their dinner right from the lake.
For those who prefer a more rustic experience, there are primitive sites along the lake that offer a bit of solitude, though you’ll need to be prepared for a rougher road and limited facilities. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, El Vado Lake State Park Campground has a little something for everyone, making it a solid choice for your next adventure.
Description
State Park
El Vado Lake State Park
CHAMA (HIKING) TRAIL
New Mexico is beginning our Outdoor Recreation Plan and needs your input! The plan will:
- Address the state and nation's outdoor recreation trends and their economic impacts
- Inventory the state's resources and address how best to protect them
- Help determine the state's priorities for awarding federal funds from the Land and Water Conservation Fund
Location
El Vado Lake State Park Campground is located in New Mexico
Directions
FROM THE INTERSECTION OF US 64/84 AND STATE ROAD 112 TURN LEFT ON SR 112 AND GO 13 MILES UNTIL YOU REACH THE EL VADO STATE PARK ROAD AND TURN RIGHT AND TRAVEL 4 MILES TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE PARK.
Address
P.O. BOX 367
Tierra Amarilla, NM 87575
Coordinates
36.61400023 N
106.73800055 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TPoor
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 50 min from Santa Fe
- 2 hrs 12 min from Albuquerque
- 2 hrs 25 min from Farmington
- 3 hrs 50 min from Pueblo
