Several state parks are currently managing for seasonal closures and it is important for visitors to continue to check for details on specific park hours of operation and additional information before visiting.
ATTENTION :: ADA sites must DISPLAY Handicapped Placard or have License Plate with Handicapped signage, or will be asked to relocate
Attention: OHV's are not allowed to be operated within the Park boundaries.
Attention: Please bring proof of your reservation with you to your campsite.
NO SHOW POLICY : THE CUSTOMER MUST CONTACT THE PARK TO ADVISE THEM OF LATE ARRIVAL, THE SITE WILL BE RELEASED FOR RESERVATIONS / FIRST COME FIRST SERVED ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER 4:00 P.M.. NO REFUND WILL BE DUE.
ATTENTION:: Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals. If your campfire is too hot to touch, it's too hot to leave. Drown it with water, stir it with a shovel, and repeat until your campfire is out cold! Learn more from Smokey Bear.
Mesilla Valley Bosque, NM
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Overview
Description
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 or enjoy a fun Ranger-led tour!Recreation:
Education Programs: We house the Bosque Ecosystem Monitoring Site (BEMP) student/scientist site through a partnership with the Bosque School in Albuquerque. Picnicking. Trails: Accompanied with a self-guided trail booklet for visitors to enjoy. 2.3 miles, Hiking, Interpretive Trails, Accessible Trails. Wildlife Viewing: Birding. Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park is an Audobon designated Important Birding Area and we are a recent addition to the Statewide Birding Trail as stop number 43.
Facilities:
Amphitheater, Gardens, Group Facilities: Group picnic shelter, Meeting room, Facilities: Visitor Center: Exhibits , Wildlife Viewing Blinds
Services and Amenities
Services & Amenities:
Within Park
- Amphitheater
- Educational Programs
- Gift/Souvenir Shop
- Hiking
- Hiking Trail
- Interpretive Programs
- Meeting Hall
- Nature Study
- Picnic Areas
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnicing
- Visitor Center
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
32.24968, -106.82189
32°14'59"N, 106°49'19"W
From Interstate 10: Take the Avenida de Mesilla (Exit 140) south to Calle del Norte (first spotlight) in Mesilla. Turn right and drive 1.9 miles west until you cross the Rio Grande. Immediately after crossing the bridge, the entrance to the park is visible on the left.
From Las Cruces: Take Avenida de Mesilla (Highway 28) south to Calle del Norte (first spotlight) in Mesilla. Turn right and drive 1.9 miles west until you cross the Rio Grande River. Immediately after crossing the bridge, the entrance to the park is visible on the left.
32.24968, -106.82189
32°14'59"N, 106°49'19"W
From Interstate 10: Take the Avenida de Mesilla (Exit 140) south to Calle del Norte (first spotlight) in Mesilla. Turn right and drive 1.9 miles west until you cross the Rio Grande. Immediately after crossing the bridge, the entrance to the park is visible on the left.
From Las Cruces: Take Avenida de Mesilla (Highway 28) south to Calle del Norte (first spotlight) in Mesilla. Turn right and drive 1.9 miles west until you cross the Rio Grande River. Immediately after crossing the bridge, the entrance to the park is visible on the left.
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