State Parks Near Santa Fe, New Mexico
7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Santa Fe. The closest is Hyde Memorial State Park, about 10 mi northeast of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Hyde Memorial State Park10 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 7 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 61 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Santa Fe, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Santa Fe; driving distance is usually longer.
Hyde Memorial State Park
Things to do include cross-country skiing, winter sports, wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking. Overnight options include 50 campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, and group camping. Roofed lodging includes yurts.
Hours, fees and rules for Hyde Memorial State Park →Cerrillos Hills State Park
The park supports horseback riding, mountain biking, historic sites, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cerrillos Hills State Park →Pecos Canyon State Park
Popular activities here are fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Pecos Canyon State Park →Morphy Lake State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Morphy Lake State Park →Storrie Lake State Park
The park supports surfing, winter sports, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Storrie Lake State Park →Fenton Lake State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Fenton Lake State Park →Villanueva State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, group camping, equestrian camping, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Villanueva State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Santa Fe
- Hyde Memorial State Park 10 mi northeast · 50 campsites
- Pecos Canyon State Park 18 mi east · Campground listed
- Morphy Lake State Park 39 mi northeast · 26 campsites
- Storrie Lake State Park 42 mi east · Campground listed
- Fenton Lake State Park 45 mi west · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Santa Fe
- Hyde Memorial State Park 10 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Santa Fe
- Storrie Lake State Park 42 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Villanueva State Park 46 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Santa Fe
- Hyde Memorial State Park 10 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Cerrillos Hills State Park 17 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Pecos Canyon State Park 18 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Fenton Lake State Park 45 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Villanueva State Park 46 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Santa Fe
- Pecos Canyon State Park 18 mi east · Fishing listed
- Morphy Lake State Park 39 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Storrie Lake State Park 42 mi east · Fishing listed
- Fenton Lake State Park 45 mi west · Fishing listed
- Villanueva State Park 46 mi southeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Santa Fe
What is the closest state park to Santa Fe?
Hyde Memorial State Park is the closest, about 10 miles northeast of Santa Fe in a straight line. Next are Cerrillos Hills State Park and Pecos Canyon State Park.
How many state parks are near Santa Fe?
7 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Santa Fe have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Hyde Memorial State Park, Pecos Canyon State Park and Morphy Lake State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Santa Fe?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Santa Fe?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.