The day-use recreation areas are open, including the Cerrito Day Use Area; the Overlook Day Use Area, including picnic areas; and the downstream Rio Chama Day Use Area.
The boat ramp is open and the boat launch fee still applies.
Fire Restrictions: Fires must be contained in designated fire rings or grills.
The group shelters are open. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov
Camping: The Riana Campground is open for the season (April 15-Oct 15).
The main office/visitor center is open for phone calls and is open to the public.
State and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 (such as social distancing, the use of face masks, and group-size limitations) apply while visiting USACE-managed recreation areas.
Contact the Abiquiu Lake Main Office at (505) 685-4371 with additional questions.
The lake is open for day-use recreation including fishing, boating, picnicking, hiking, boating, and swimming.
**Due to a high spring runoff, water levels at Cochiti Reservoir are higher than we've seen in a few years. As a result, the Cochiti Swim Beach is closed until further notice. Additionally, the Cochiti staff is working to move the picnic tables and docks in the boat ramp day use area to stay above the waterline. However, please note that depending on conditions, the picnic tables may not be accessible at times.
Please note that the entire Tetilla Peak Recreation Area and Campground and the Santa Cruz Day Use Area, including the Santa Cruz Road, are closed to visitors during the 2023 recreation season due to a construction project funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Click here for more information.
Cochiti Lake is remains a no-wake lake.
Visitor Center: Hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
Cochiti Recreation Area (Westside of lake):
Cochiti Boat ramp: A $5.00 boat launch fee is required for all motorized and trailered vessels using the boat ramp to launch. The fee can be paid onsite or online (www.recreation.gov). There is also a new fee machine on the Cochiti side which accepts payment. Please properly display the day-use slip or ticket on your vehicle.
Cochiti Swim Beach: Closed until further notice due to increased water levels from a high spring runoff. When it reopens, normal hours will resume (8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily). There is a $5.00 Swim Beach fee per vehicle. Charcoal is NOT allowed in the designated swim beach area.
Cochiti Campground: As of March 1, 2023, all camping at Cochiti Lake is by reservation only. First-come, first-served sites will no longer be available. Our aim is to provide a more user-friendly recreation experience and we hope this change aides you in your planning efforts. To make reservations please visit www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 to speak to a reservation specialist.
Tetilla Peak Recreation Area (Eastside of lake):
Santa Cruz Day Use Area: Closed for the 2023 recreation season.
Santa Cruz Road: Closed for the 2023 recreation season.
Tetilla Peak Campground: Closed for the 2023 recreation season.
Tetilla Peak Boat Ramp: Closed for the 2023 recreation season.
Other information:
- Stage II fire restrictions are in effect. This means building, maintaining, attending to or using a fire, campfire, or stove is prohibited. This includes the use of charcoal and briquettes. Smoking is also prohibited except within an enclosed vehicle or building.
- America the Beautiful passes are honored for day-use fees.
- Fee machines are active and day-use passes may be purchased onsite.
- Charcoal is NOT allowed in the designated swim beach area.
- Visitors are strongly encouraged to bring their own personal floatation devices and lifejackets as the Loaner Life Jacket program is not in operation at this time.
The USACE-Albuquerque District reminds the public that Cochiti Lake is a no-alcohol facility.
State and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 (such as social distancing, the use of face masks, and group-size limitations) apply while visiting USACE-managed recreation areas.
Contact the Cochiti Lake Main Office at (505) 465-0307 with additional questions.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers managed recreation areas at Conchas Lake are open. This includes the Captain Kramer Day-Use Area and the Southside Recreation Area which contains the Southside Campground, Juniper Day-Use Area and Boat Ramp.
The Visitor Center, located inside the Administrative Building, is open for calls and walk-ins. The Southside Ranger Station is also open for calls and walk-ins.
Camping: The USACE-managed Southside Campground is open for the 2023 recreation season and there is water available.
State and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 (such as social distancing, the use of face masks, and group-size limitations) apply while visiting USACE-managed recreation areas.
Contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Administrative Office (575-868-2221) or the Southside Ranger Station (575-868-2435) with additional questions.
For updates on recreation areas managed by N.M. State Parks, please call the Conchas Lake State Park office (575-868-2270) or visit their website at https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/spd/find-a-park/conchas-lake-state-park
The USACE-managed day-use recreation areas at Santa Rosa Lake, including the Overlook Day Use area, hiking trails, picnic areas, and the equestrian trail are open.
The main office and visitor center are open for phone calls and public walk-ins.
It's recommended the public check the N.M. State Parks website for the status of their recreation areas at Santa Rosa Lake. The boat ramp is open. The Rocky Point campground electric sites (operated by NM State Parks) is open, however the Juniper Park campground (also operated by NM State Parks) is closed.
State and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 (such as social distancing, the use of face masks, and group-size limitations) apply while visiting USACE-managed recreation areas.
Contact the Santa Rosa Project Office at (575) 472-3115 with additional questions.
The USACE-managed day use recreation areas are currently open and include the Disc Golf Course and the Petroglyphs.
The USACE visitor center is currently closed to the public due to construction. The main office is open 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday.
Rangers will be on site, however, staffing levels are reduced. Please do your part to help prioritize safety when operating boats and hiking. State and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 (such as social distancing, the use of face masks, and group-size limitations) apply while visiting USACE-managed recreation areas.
Contact the John Martin Reservoir Main Office at 719-336-3476 with additional questions.
Some information on the Colorado Parks & Wildlife-managed recreation areas at John Martin is provided below. Please note that the information is from CPW and may be subject to change by them without notice here. More information on CPW-managed recreation areas can be found on their website (click here) or by calling 719-829-1801.
The State Wildlife Area is still open to camping and day use, but the surface of the water from the waterfowl closure line to the dam is closed except for hunters retrieving downed waterfowl. There is a map of this boundary at the South Shore kiosk.
The State Park is open.
The West Boat Ramp remains closed. The East Boat Ramp is still accessible. It is a low water boat ramp. Vessels on low trailers with a high profile vehicle should not have trouble launching. NOTE: The boat ramps are closed annually on Nov. 1 until March 15 the following year for waterfowl resting.
Starting Nov. 1, 2022, the rates for the campgrounds are the following:
- Lake Hasty Campground: $25/day during weekdays and $27/day during weekends. As of Nov. 1, 2022, camps 76-96 will be closed.
- Point Overlook Campground: $18/day during weekdays and $20/day during weekends.
The CPW Visitor Center hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and someone will be on site 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
The entry fee is still the same ($9) for visitors without annual passes.
The USACE project office/visitor center is open to the public and phone calls will be answered Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
For information on Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW)-managed recreation areas, including camping, click here or phone 719-846-6951.
Long's Canyon: Due to flood damage, the road is closed to vehicle traffic past the self-serve station. Hiking trails and lake access for fishing is open to foot traffic.
Contact the USACE Trinidad Lake Main Office at (719) 846-7990 with additional questions.