Hyde Memorial State Park

The Lodge

• Season: May 1 – October 31st of each year, between 10 am to 10 pm
• Floor Plan can be found here.
• For more information please click here.
• To make reservations click here.

Group Shelter #1

Easily findable off of NM 475, to the right, after you enter Hyde State Park.

• 3×3 Grill
• Sand Volleyball Court (net not provided)
• Uncovered Fire Pit
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Group Shelter #2

Located within our camp loop area and has easy access to the parks trail network.

• 3×3 Grill
• Sand Volleyball Court (net not provided)
• Fireplace attached to covered picnic area
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Group Shelter #3

• 3×3 Grill
• Sand Volleyball Court (net not provided)
• Nearby playground
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Yurts

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HOURS

10am – 4pm

ADDRESS & PHONE

Hyde Park Road or Hwy 475

Mile Marker 8.5

Santa Fe, NM 87501

505-983-7175

CONTACT

Jason Downing

Park Manager

jason.downing@emnrd.nm.gov

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Nestled in a ponderosa pine mountain forest, Hyde Memorial State Park near Santa Fe, New Mexico is home to three cozy yurts that provide a modern setting with roots in ancient tradition.

The yurts are available year-round and come with six single beds that have encapsulated dense foam mattresses, which can be grouped in various configurations. While there is no electricity at the sites, each yurt is equipped with a propane heater. Each yurt site also has an activity area with a fire ring, table, and food safe. They are situated a short walk from a pit-style restroom (toilet only no running water.) Water is only available near the Ranger Station from 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Guests need to bring outdoor cooking gear, flashlights lanterns, and any additional bedding desired.

Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance – no same day reservations.

• Yurt Reservations
• Yurt Manual

Activities

• Camping
• Picnicking
• Trails:
• 4.2 Miles
• Hiking
• Trails Guide
• Volleyball
• Wildlife Viewing
• Birding
• Winter Recreation:
• Cross-country Skiing
• Sledding
• Snowshoeing

Amenities

• Campground Facilities:
• 50 Developed Campsites
• 7 Electric Sites (30 amp)
• Water in Campground
• RV Dump Station
• Group Campsites
• Yurt Reservations
• Yurt Information Manual
• Restrooms:
• Vault Toilets (no water)
• Group Facilities – Rental Information
• 3 Group Picnic Shelters
• Group Camping
• Meeting Room
• Wedding Facilities
• Playground
• Visitor Center:
• Exhibits

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LOCATIONS

• Park Elevation: 7,554 ft
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• This serene lake, located 25 miles west of Grants, is set in a pinon-juniper landscape with views towards the Zuni Mountains. The park offers camping, hiking, birding, horseback riding and fishing. And not just any fishing – you’ll find some of the best tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake!
• Park Elevation: 3,617 ft
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• Located just 14 miles southeast of Roswell, Bottomless Lakes State Park is your place for bottomless fun! Enjoy non-motorized boating in your kayak or canoe, camp, fish, picnic, swim, hike, go birding or even scuba dive! The unique lakes at this park are sinkholes, ranging from 17 to 90 feet deep. The greenish-blue color created by aquatic plants is what gives the lakes the illusion of great depth.
• Park Elevation: 3,295 ft
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• The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and restrooms with showers. Whether you’re picnicking for the day, or camping in your RV for a week, you’ll be sure to find adventure at Brantley Lake State Park!
• Park Elevation: 4,447 ft
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• Framed against the Caballo Mountains, this lake boasts an array of water recreation, such as boating, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, swimming, and fishing. Choose from 170 campsites, with plenty of sites with utility hookups for RVs. There’s just as much to do off the water while hiking, horseback riding, birding, and picnicking.
• Park Elevation: 5,900 – 6,100 ft
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• Cerrillos Hills, New Mexico’s 34th State Park, is a year-round, day-use park located off the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. You will cross paths with over 1,100 years of mining history along the five miles of trails and enjoy spectacular views of the Sandia, Ortiz, Jemez, and Sangre de Cristo Mountain Ranges.
• Park Elevation: 7,876 ft
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• The Cimarron River flows through this narrow, forested canyon, located near Eagle Nest on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway. The park offers beautiful views, interesting geology, quiet camping, fly fishing, hiking, and equestrian trails. The wildlife viewing opportunities are amazing, as the park sits at the center of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area.
• Park Elevation: 5,259 ft
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• City of Rocks gets its name from the incredible volcanic rock formations found here. The park encompasses a one square mile area in the scenic Chihuahuan desert region of southwestern New Mexico at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The “city” is a geologic formation made up of large, sculptured rock

columns, or pinnacles, rising as high as 40 feet and separated by paths or lanes resembling city streets.

These rocks were formed about 34.9 million years ago when a very large volcano erupted. Then, erosion over millions of years slowly formed the sculptured columns seen today, creating a stunning, otherworldly landscape.

Located about halfway between Silver City and Deming, City of Rocks offers camp sites, hiking trails, excellent mountain biking, wildlife viewing, birding, stargazing, picnic areas and a desert botanical garden. The uniquely designed, new Visitor Center includes a large display area and modern restrooms with hot showers. City of Rocks State Park is your official sponsor of adventure!

• Park Elevation: 5,186 ft
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• The park is an oasis in the rolling grasslands of northeastern New Mexico. Enjoy boating, picnicking, camping, fishing and hiking. Get a unique glimpse of the past when you explore one of the most extensive dinosaur trackways in North America and a close-up look at the stars at the Lake Observatory.
• Park Elevation: 4,253 ft
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• Just northwest of Tucumcari, this lake features secluded coves, canyons, and sandy beaches, excellent for camping, boating, and fishing. One of New Mexico’s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake. With miles of shoreline, there is ample opportunity for hiking and birding too.
• Park Elevation: 7,667 ft
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• Coyote Creek State Park, about an hour southeast of Taos, is nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains along a meandering stream. Enclosed by a forest of spruce and pine, the small valley displays abundant wildflowers and beautiful fall foliage. The park is ideal for fly fishing, camping, hiking, and birding.
• Park Elevation: 8,196 ft
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• Located on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, Eagle Nest Lake is surrounded by the stunning

scenery of the high mountains of the Moreno Valley. This lake is regularly stocked with trout

and salmon. Anglers can fish from the banks or by boat and ice fish in the winter.

At 8,300 feet in elevation, the park offers a cool retreat from the summer heat for fisherman,

boaters, campers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts. An abundance of animals makes Eagle Nest Lake an ideal location for wildlife viewing.

• Park Elevation: 7,209 ft
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• Located in New Mexico’s northern mountains, El Vado Lake State Park offers fishing, boating, camping, hiking, winter cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. A 5.5-mile scenic trail along the Rio Chama connects El Vado with nearby Heron Lake. Quiet coves around the lake are great places to catch trout and kokanee salmon. The lake and surrounding area are a major wintering ground for bald eagles and other birds.
• Park Elevation: 4,527 ft
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• If you like camping, fishing, boating, or just being outdoors, Elephant Butte is for you. There

is plenty of water and plenty of beach room at New Mexico’s largest State Park. Elephant Butte Lake can accommodate watercraft of many styles and sizes: kayaks, jet skis,

pontoons, sailboats, ski boats, cruisers, and houseboats. Remember to wear your life jacket.

Boat safe and boat smart! Besides sandy beaches, the State Park offers restrooms, picnic area, playgrounds, and developed sites with electric and water hook-ups for RV’s.

• Park Elevation: 7,650 ft
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• The Jemez Mountains provide the backdrop for this stunning year-round retreat surrounded by

beautiful ponderosa pine forests. Fenton Lake State Park is a mellow mountain escape. The Rio Cebolla flows through the park and the lake provides an opportunity to fish and canoe. The park also attracts campers, hikers, and cross-country skiers. There is even a fun playground for the kids.

Stocked with rainbow trout from fall through spring, the lake is home to German brown trout, and is an ideal spot for flyfishing. Although most anglers prefer the warmth and comfort of summer, there is also winter ice fishing.

• Park Elevation: 7,167 ft
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• A picturesque lake set among the tall pines of northern New Mexico, Heron Lake State Park has been designated a “quiet lake” where boats operate at no-wake speeds only, making it an excellent location for all types of paddle craft. Heron Lake also has amazing sailing, cross-country skiing, and hiking. The park is a fisherperson’s paradise with record-size trout and kokanee salmon. Ice fishing is very popular in winter. Several campgrounds line the shore of this scenic lake with primitive and developed campsites are available for every taste.
• Park Elevation: 8,300 – 9,400 ft
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• New Mexico’s first State Park is set in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains pine forest, along Little Tesuque Creek. The park is a short drive from Santa Fe and offers excellent group facilities and campsites. There are beautiful hiking trails with spectacular views. You can enjoy Hyde Memorial State Park in the winter months too with snowshoeing, sledding, and cross-country skiing opportunities available.

Hyde Memorial State Park is the perfect location for your next wedding, family reunion, or yurt adventure!

*Wifi available at Visitor Center

• Park Elevation: 3,962 ft
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• A short 25 minute drive from bustling Las Cruces brings you to this quiet park along the Rio Grande. Leasburg Dam State Park offers peace and relaxation, a beautiful cactus garden, several hiking trails, and opportunities for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and birding. Night sky programs are very popular at this park, which features an observatory.
• Park Elevation: 3,482 ft
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• This native wildlife zoo, accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, exhibits more than 40 species of animals and hundreds of species of plants native to the Chihuahuan Desert. The park provides an up-close experience for visitors, with a variety of fun interpretive programs for every season geared for the entire family. Living Desert also has beautiful hiking trails, picnic areas and group facilities. There is no camping and no pets are allowed.
• Park Elevation: 7,250 ft
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• Manzano Mountains State Park is an excellent destination for hiking and camping. Nestled in the wooded foothills of the Manzanos, this park provides a quiet retreat and is a nice family get-away. Wildlife viewing, birding and photography are great activities at this park.
• Park Elevation: 3,879 ft
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• The park is located on the Rio Grande near Las Cruces and 1.5 miles from historic Mesilla. Visitors have many opportunities to view wildlife in natural surroundings while strolling one of the self-guided nature trails. Enjoy a fun ranger-led tour!
• Park Elevation: 7,953 ft
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• Nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at 8,000 feet in elevation, this hidden lake sits at the edge of the Pecos Wilderness. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and offers excellent fishing. Canoeing is also a popular activity and this pristine scenic spot offers a unique opportunity for primitive camping. Due to parking and campsite size limitations, maximum RV length allowed is 18 feet.
• Park Elevation: 5,600 – 6,600 ft
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• Navajo Lake is the second largest lake in the state, with multiple campgrounds, two marinas, and two boat docks. Navajo is a haven for boaters of every stripe – motorized boaters, canoers, kayakers, water skiers and sailors. The San Juan River is a world-class fly fishing destination and features a campground, day use areas and a serene trail along the river. Navajo Lake State Park offers some of the best boating, fishing, hiking, and camping in New Mexico.
• Park Elevation: 4,058 ft
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• You’ll find this true oasis just north of Portales, NM. Oasis State Park is set among cottonwood trees, shifting sand dunes, and a small fishing lake. Although fishing is the park’s main draw, it also has several hiking trails, a peaceful and shady campground, and an abundance of birds.
• Park Elevation: 4,400 ft
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• Set against the dramatic Sacramento Mountains, this park features a historic ranch house, quiet camping in the Chihuahuan Desert, and the unique oasis of pools of water under the cottonwood trees of Dog Canyon. Enjoy a short walk on the Riparian Nature Trail or a challenging hike up the Dog Canyon Trail
• Park Elevation: 4,073 ft
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• Located at the border of Mexico, the park exhibit hall and historic structures capture the history of the Pancho Villa Raid and historic Camp Furlong. The large campground offers utility hookups for campers with RVs, and a playground for the kids.
• Park Elevation: 7,628 feet to 8,196 ft
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Pecos Canyon, New Mexico’s 35th state park, is a jewel near the Pecos Wilderness of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in north central New Mexico.

Just a short drive from Santa Fe and north of the Village of Pecos, this newly created state park is currently under development and will offer fishing, camping, hiking and more!

• Park Elevation: 4,447 ft
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• This quiet park along the Rio Grande is shaded by tall cottonwoods and provides excellent fishing, relaxing camping, and outstanding bird watching.
• Park Elevation: 4,968 ft
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• Located on the Rio Grande flyway, the park offers excellent birdwatching opportunities throughout the year. There are indoor and outdoor wildlife viewing areas overlooking ponds, a native plant garden, and a pollinator garden as well as access to the city-managed trails to the Rio Grande and Bosque. The Visitor Center offers informative displays and a unique Nature Shop. The park is day-use only, no camping. Leashed pets are allowed in the parking area and on the adjacent city trails only.
• Park Elevation: 4,520 – 5,400 ft
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• The rugged slopes of the