All State Parks offer free day-use on New Mexico Day, June 14
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June 10,2026
All State Parks offer free day-use on New Mexico Day, June 14
SANTA FE, N.M. - This Sunday, New Mexico State Parks turns the entire state into an outdoor playground.
To celebrate National New Mexico Day, all New Mexicans will receive free day-use access to every New Mexico State Park - 35 places to explore, experience, and enjoy your Land of Enchantment.
From sunrise on, New Mexicans are invited to hit the trails, paddle the lakes, picnic with family, explore hidden corners of their home state, and share the moments that make New Mexico theirs using #NationalNMDay2026.
"Approximately 70% of New Mexicans live within 40 miles of a state park," said State Parks Division Director, Toby Velasquez. "Your New Mexico State Parks system provides highly affordable, accessible and diverse staycation options. Your parks support families, friends and neighbors to easily disconnect, save on travel costs, create memories and support rural and urban economies without leaving the state."
New Mexico Day activities at New Mexico State Parks will vary by location, but visitors can expect kid-friendly nature walks, scenic lookouts and stunning spots for that perfect photo. Think sunrise at Sugarite Canyon. Paddleboarding at Elephant Butte Lake.
A bass fishing tournament at Navajo Lake . Wildflowers at Hyde Memorial. A sunset picnic at Bottomless Lakes. It's all here - and it's all waiting for you and free on Sunday.
For inspiration and trip ideas, visit www.emnrd.nm.gov/spd/ or follow @nmstateparks on social media.
Your parks. Your day. Your New Mexico.
(Kayakers at Bottomless Lakes State Park)
(Camping tent at Fenton Lake State Park)
(Pop Up Camper at Oliver Lee Memorial State Park)
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