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South Area Campground

Tucumcari, New Mexico · US Army Corps of Engineers

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About

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to explore and enjoy the many recreational opportunities that Conchas Lake has to offer. Whether you are planning an extended camping trip at one of the designated campsites, or a fun-filled day on the water with family and friends, we hope your visit is safe and that you return often. Eastern New Mexico’s unique terrain attracts outdoor enthusiasts from all over. Whether your passion is hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, photography, admiring beautiful sunsets, or art, the Conchas Lake area is sure to accommodate. Stop at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Administrative Office and Visitor Center for a brief introduction to the park environment and nearby features. The Visitor Center displays will introduce you to the history of the area, the Corps’ mission, area archeological features, and existing recreational facilities. Conchas Lake is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers managed lake; however, most campgrounds and recreation areas are managed by New Mexico State Parks. Federal Recreation Passports for these areas are not accepted. For information about NM State Park recreation areas please call the Conchas Lake State Park Office at 575-868-2270 or visit their website at https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/spd/find-a-park/conchas-lake-state-park/ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers offers two separate Day Use Picnic Areas –the Captain Kramer Day Use area across from the Conchas Dam Administrative Building and the Juniper Day Use area located in the Southside Recreation Area. A water access point Boat Launch Ramp and Campground are also located in the Southside Recreation Area. Conchas Lake does not allow hunting. Some of the many mammals seen in the area include Barbary sheep, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, beaver, badger, mountain lion, bobcat, porcupine, coyote, muskrat, raccoon, red fox, swift fox, black-tailed jackrabbit and desert cottontail. The lake also provides habitat for seasonal waterfowl as well. Canada goose, white-fronted goose, mallard, gadwall, pintail, teal, American widgeon, shoveller, redhead, ringed-neck duck, canvasback, lesser scaup, common golden-eye, bufflehead, ruddy duck, hooded merganser, common merganser, and the American coot are some of the birds spotted. On August 15, 2009, there was a rare sighting of a Blue-Footed Booby at Conchas Dam. Normally sighted on the Gulf of Mexico and farther south to Peru, the rare bird sighting was quickly confirmed by bird experts. This was the first sighting ever in

Directions

Conchas Lake from the East Merge onto I-40 W toward Albuquerque Merge onto I-40-BL W/E Tucumcari Blvd/E Route 66 Blvd via EXIT 335 toward US-54 E/NM-104 S Turn right onto S 1st St/NM-104 N Turn slight right onto NM-433 N Turn slight left Just past NM-433 S Conchas from the West Merge onto I-40 E toward Santa Rosa Take the NM-129 exit, EXIT 300, toward Newkirk Turn left onto NM-129/State Highway 129. Continue to follow NM-129Turn right onto NM-104 for 5.9 miles Turn slight left onto NM-433 NNM-433 N is 0.7 miles past Cedar Rd

Location

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Details

State
New Mexico
City / area
Tucumcari
Agency
US Army Corps of Engineers
Parent area
Conchas Lake
Campsites
20
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$10 / night
Rating
4.20 / 5 (5 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer

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