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avorable summer breezes attract colorful wind-surfing boards to Storrie Lake State Park, which is also popular for fishing and boating. The visitor center features historical photos of the Santa Fe Trail and 19th century Las Vegas.
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Activities for Everyone
The lake's serene waters are open for fishing year-round. Storrie Lake boasts consistent winds that provide excellent conditions for sailing and windsurfing.
Birdwatching is a must in order to view the geese and ducks that flock to the lake during seasonal migrations. Follow walking-trails through sagebrush-covered landscape spotted with cactus, yucca and wildflowers.
History with an Attitude
With the arrival of the Santa Fe Railway in 1879, Las Vegas and the surrounding area became a hangout of some the shadiest characters of the Old West, including Doc Holliday, Billy the Kid and Wyatt Earp.
Getting There
Storrie Lake State Park is four miles north of Las Vegas via NM 518.
| Facilities |
Activities |
| Visitor Center |
Camping |
| Group Shelter |
Picnicking |
| Developed Sites (45) |
Fishing |
| Electric Sites (21) |
Boating |
| RV Dump Station |
Water-skiing |
| Restrooms |
Sailing |
| Showers |
Trails |
| Marina |
Wildlfe Viewing |
| Playground |
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Park Map
Park Brochure
Park Management
Plan
Park Photo Tour
Fast Facts
Getting the latest Water Levels...
Gate Hours
6 am-sunset
(Apr-Sept)
7 am- sunset
(Oct-Mar)
Park Manager
Steve Coca
(505) 425-7278
stephen.coca@state.nm.us
Address
HC33
Box 109#2
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Land
80 acres
Lake Surface
1,100 acres
Elevation
6,600 feet
Precipitation
15 inches
Temperature
January 47/19
April 63/33
July 81/52
October 65/27
Fire Restrictions
None
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