Villanueva State Park
2 notices: Restriction: Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, c… · Announcement: Fire Restrictions in effect — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- emnrd.nm.gov(575) 421-2957
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 9
Partial closure Closure: Seasonal closure of El Cerro Campground (First come, First serve campground) from November…Seasonal closure of El Cerro Campground (First come, First serve campground) from November 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, closed due to possible… (more)
Seasonal closure of El Cerro Campground (First come, First serve campground) from November 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, closed due to possible icy road conditions through winter months, the opening and closing dates will depend on weather and road conditions.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Partial closure Closure: From October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027: The park entrance gate will open at 7am and …From October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027: The park entrance gate will open at 7am and close at 7pm.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Fire restriction Restriction: Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, c…Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. The use of… (more)
Stage II Fire Restrictions: Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Fire restriction Announcement: Fire Restrictions in effectFire Restrictions in effect
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Announcement: Dump Station OpenDump Station Open
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Announcement: Group Shelter is for DAY USE ONLY 7am to 9pm. To reserve group shelter you need to reserve…Group Shelter is for DAY USE ONLY 7am to 9pm. To reserve group shelter you need to reserve it on reserveamerica.com or call 877-664-7787, any… (more)
Group Shelter is for DAY USE ONLY 7am to 9pm. To reserve group shelter you need to reserve it on reserveamerica.com or call 877-664-7787, any overnight use must be approved with a Special Use Permit prior to booking the site more than one day.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Announcement: Camping is available by reservation. A limited number of first-come, first-serve campsites…Camping is available by reservation. A limited number of first-come, first-serve campsites are also available. Making reservations is encouraged.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Announcement: Life Jacket's REQUIRED on Pecos River! You must wear a life jacket on any inflatable devic…Life Jacket's REQUIRED on Pecos River! You must wear a life jacket on any inflatable device, Paddle Board, Paddle Boat, Canoe or Kayak, including… (more)
Life Jacket's REQUIRED on Pecos River! You must wear a life jacket on any inflatable device, Paddle Board, Paddle Boat, Canoe or Kayak, including Float Tube's.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In San Miguel County, about 25 miles south of Las Vegas, Villanueva State Park covers about 1,604 acres.
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).
Pets
Pets are allowed at most state parks and must be on a leash at all times. Only service dogs are allowed at Rio Grande Nature Center and Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Parks.
Statewide rule from New Mexico's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
Per vehicle, statewide flat rates with resident/non-resident pricing (since Jan 1, 2025): NM resident day-use $5 (residents exempt Oct 1 – Apr 30), non-resident $10; walk-in/bicycle no charge. Camping per night: primitive $10 resident / $15 non-resident; developed $15 / $20; utility fees water $5, electric $10, sewer $5. Federal passes not accepted.
Statewide fee rule from New Mexico's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
New Mexico park passes
- Annual Day-Use Pass/Permit (ADU) — New Mexico resident — $75. Day-use entry, calendar year (expires Dec 31) Details
- Annual Day-Use Pass/Permit (ADU) — non-resident — $150. Day-use entry, calendar year Details
- Annual Camping Permit (ACP) — New Mexico resident — $300. Camping (resident only; proof of NM ID and plate) Details
- Lifetime Veterans pass (NM veteran with 50%+ disability) — No charge Details
From the New Mexico state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (newmexicostateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-877-664-7787
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Developed Campsites 12 Electric Sites; Water in Campground; RV Dump Station | — | 12 Electric Sites; Water in Campground | — |
Camping details from the park
36 Developed Campsites: 12 Electric Sites; Water in Campground; RV Dump Station
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingCanoeing and kayakingCampingHorseback ridingFishingPicnickingSwimmingHikingWildlife viewing and birding
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park trails (total) | 2.9 mi | — | 2.9 Miles; Hiking; Trails Map; Wildlife Viewing; Birding |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails: 2.9 Miles; Hiking; Trails Map; Wildlife Viewing; Birding
Boating and paddling
Boating: Canoe/Kayak; Camping; Education Programs
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Group facilities
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Group camping
- Equestrian camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 135 Dodge Road
Villanueva, NM 87583 - Nearest town
- Las Vegas — about 25 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 35.2644, -105.3377
- Phone
- (575) 421-2957
- adam.gallegos@emnrd.nm.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- New Mexico State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jun 12, 2026
- WordPress REST API: child pages of the official 'Find a Park' page (35 pages), plus coordinates from that page's map pins
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology