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New Mexico State Parks

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Dry, exposed shoreline stretches toward the remaining water at Elephant Butte Lake State Park on July 30.
New Mexico State Parks

New Mexico State Parks extends camping stays, waives fees at Elephant Butte and Caballo

Primitive and beach camping will be free at Elephant Butte and Caballo Lake state parks through Sept. 30, with statewide camping stays extended to 14 days.

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Exposed debris and a partially submerged boat ramp are visible along the receding shoreline at Elephant Butte Lake.
New Mexico State Parks

Elephant Butte remains open as falling water exposes debris, limits boat access

Elephant Butte Lake State Park remains open as falling water levels expose debris, create shoreline hazards and affect boat ramp access.

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A New Mexico State Parks ranger patrols Heron Lake by boat while wearing a life jacket marked โ€œRanger.โ€
Outdoor Recreation

New Mexico State Parks increases BUI patrols for Fourth of July weekend

New Mexico State Parks will increase on-the-water BUI patrols July 3-5 for the Fourth of July weekend as part of Operation Dry Water.

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A newly improved road leads toward the entrance of Leasburg Dam State Park in Radium Springs.
Outdoor Recreation

Leasburg Dam State Park gets $2.9M in road, wastewater upgrades

Leasburg Dam State Park in Radium Springs is getting $2.9 million in upgrades, including road repairs, expanded parking and wastewater improvements.

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