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et in New Mexico's high country, where spectacular palisade cliffs
and clear running waters dominate the landscape, Cimarron Canyon
State Park is part of the 33,116-acre Colin Neblett Wildlife Area -- the largest wildlife area in the state. |
Angler's Delight
The cool, high mountain park offers excellent trout fishing. Anglers can fish eight miles of premier brown trout waters for stocked browns or rainbows. Smaller trout and solitude can be found in the Cimarron River's tributaries -- Clear Creek and Tolby Creek
Wildlife Abounds
Elk, deer, bear, turkey and grouse attract hunters in the fall and winter. Wildlife viewing is plentiful as songbirds, elk, deer, bear, turkey and grouse call the park home.
Favorite Activities
Crenelated granite formations make up sheer palisade cliffs that dominate the park's scenery. From the main canyon, day hikes and cross-country skiing are popular.
Getting There
Cimarron Canyon State Park is three miles east of Eagle Nest along US 64, as shown on this map of the area. The park is part of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Area owned by the New Mexico State Game Commission and the Department of Game and Fish, with significant funding from the Sport Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act.
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Developed Sites (88) |
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Park Brochure & Map
Park Management
Plan
Park Photo Tour
Friends of Cimarron Canyon and Eagle Nest Lake State Parks
Fast Facts
Gate Hours
24 Hours
Park Manager
Daniel Gurule
(575) 377-6271
daniel.gurule@state.nm.us
Address
P.O. Box 185
Eagle Nest,
NM 87718
Land
33,000 Acres
Elevation
8,000 feet
Precipitation
12.5 inches
Temperature
January 42/13
April 62/30
July 84/49
October 65/31
Fire Restrictions
Restrictions on smoking, fireworks, campfires and open fire restrictions have been lifted by Colfax County.
Drought conditions still exist and everyone is urged to continue to be extremely cautious with fire.
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