{"id":316,"date":"2012-06-30T18:06:15","date_gmt":"2012-06-30T18:06:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.websitefix.net\/clients\/Generic\/?page_id=316"},"modified":"2018-11-16T20:08:37","modified_gmt":"2018-11-16T20:08:37","slug":"parks-nature","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/SantaFe3\/?page_id=316","title":{"rendered":"Parks & Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"

SPORTS & RECREATION \/ PARKS AND NATURE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regional Recreational Areas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bandelier National Monument<\/strong>
\n15 Entrance Road
\nLos Alamos
\n505-672-3861
\n24-Hour Information
\n505-672-0343
\nwww.nps.gov\/band<\/a><\/p>\n

Chama River Canyon Wilderness<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe National Forest
\nCoyote
\n505-638-5526
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/sfe\/recreation\/wilderness.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail System<\/strong>
\nChama River Canyon Wilderness
\nSanta Fe National Forest
\nTrail Headquarters
\n888-909-CDTA
\nwww.cdtrail.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Dome Wilderness & Bandelier Wilderness<\/strong>
\nBandelier National Monument
\nSanta Fe National Forest
\nJemez Springs
\n505-829-3535
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/sfe\/recreation\/wilderness.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Gallinas Wilderness<\/strong>
\nGila National Forest
\nSilver City
\n575-388-8201
\nhttp:\/\/www2.srs.fs.fed.us\/r3\/gila\/recreation<\/a><\/p>\n

McAllister Lake Fishing Area<\/strong>
\nNM Highway 104\/281
\nSE of Las Vegas
\n505-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Orilla Verde Recreation Area<\/strong>
\nNM Highway 70
\nTaos Field Office
\n575-758-8851
\n575-770-1600
\nwww.nm.blm.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

Pecos Wilderness<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe National Forest
\nPecos
\n505-757-6121
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/sfe\/recreation\/wilderness.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Quemado Lake Recreation Area<\/strong>
\nGila National Forest
\nQuemado
\n575-388-8201<\/p>\n

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San Pedro Parks Wilderness & Lake<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe National Forest
\nNM Highway 126
\nCuba
\n505-289-3264
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/sfe\/recreation\/wilderness.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Sandia Lakes Recreation Area<\/strong>
\nSandia Pueblo
\n11143 Highway 85 NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-897-3971<\/p>\n

Valles Caldera National Preserve<\/strong>
\n2201 Trinity Drive
\nLos Alamos
\n505-661-3333
\nwww.vallescaldera.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

Wheeler Peak Wilderness<\/strong>
\nCarson National Forest
\nTaos
\n575-758-6200
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/carson\/recreation\/wilderness<\/a><\/p>\n

White Rock Crags<\/strong>
\nBandelier National Monument
\nLos Alamos
\n505-672-3861
\n24-Hour Information
\n505-672-0343
\nhttp:\/\/lamountaineers.org\/zLOCATE.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Wild Rivers Recreation Area<\/strong>
\nTaos Field Office
\n575-758-8851
\nVisitor Center
\n575-770-1600
\nwww.nm.blm.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

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Exploring Nature<\/strong><\/p>\n

Albuquerque Aquarium<\/strong>
\n2601 Central Avenue NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-764-6200
\nwww.cabq.gov\/biopark\/aquarium<\/a><\/p>\n

Albuquerque Biological Park<\/strong>
\n903 Tenth Street SW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-764-6200
\nwww.cabq.gov\/biopark<\/a><\/p>\n

Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
\nState Highway 1
\nSocorro
\n505-835-1828
\nwww.fws.gov\/southwest\/refuges\/nmrefuges.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Colin Neblett State Wildlife Area<\/strong>
\nEagle Nest
\n505-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Edward Sargent State Wildlife Area<\/strong>
\nNM 17 & US 64\/84
\nChama
\n505-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Ice Cave & Banderos Volcano<\/strong>
\n12000 Ice Caves Road
\nGrants
\n888-ICE-CAVE
\nwww.icecaves.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument<\/strong>
\nCochiti Pueblo
\nForest Service Road 266
\n505-761-8700
\nwww.nm.blm.gov\/recreation\/albuquerque\/kasha_katuwe.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
\nNM Highways 104\/281
\nSE of Las Vegas
\n505-425-3581
\nwww.fws.gov\/southwest\/refuges\/nmrefuges.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe Botanical Garden
\nLa Cienega
\n505-428-1684
\nwww.santafebotanicalgarden.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Manzano Hawk Watch Site<\/strong>
\nHawk Watch International
\nManzano
\n505-255-7622
\nwww.hawkwatch.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge<\/strong>
\nMaxwell
\n505-375-2331
\nwww.fws.gov\/southwest\/refuges\/nmrefuges.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Ortiz Mountains Educational Preserve<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe Botanical Garden
\nTurquoise Trail
\n505-428-1684
\nwww.santafebotanicalgarden.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Rancho de las Golondrinas<\/strong>
\n334 Los Pinos Road
\nSanta Fe
\n505-471-2261
\nwww.golondrinas.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Randall Davey Audubon Center<\/strong>
\n1800 Upper Canyon Road
\nSanta Fe
\n505-983-4609
\nhttp:\/\/nm.audubon.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Red Rock State Park<\/strong>
\nChurchrock
\n575-722-3839
\nCamping Reservations
\n575-863-9330
\nwww.ci.gallup.nm.us\/rrp\/00182_redrock.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Rio Grande Nature Center State Park<\/strong>
\n2901 Candelaria NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-344-7240
\nwww.rgnc.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Rio Grande Zoo<\/strong>
\nAlbuquerque Biological Park
\n903 Tenth Street SW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-764-6200
\nwww.cabq.gov\/biopark\/zoo<\/a><\/p>\n

Shady Lakes Water Lily Gardens<\/strong>
\n11033 4th Street NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-898-2568
\nwww.shadylakes.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tres Piedras State Wildlife Area<\/strong>
\nUS Highway 60
\nTaos
\n575-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Uracca State Wildlife Area<\/strong>
\nNM Highway 522
\nQuesta
\n505-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

W.A. “Bill” Humphries State Wildlife Area<\/strong>
\nUS Highway 64\/84
\nChama
\n505-476-8000
\nwww.wildlife.state.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

Wildlife West Enhanced Zoo & Nature Park<\/strong>
\n87 North Frontage Road
\nEdgewood
\n505-281-7655
\n877-981-9453
\nwww.wildlifewest.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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New Mexico State Parks<\/strong>
\nWeaving a colorful tapestry of natural wonder, the New Mexico State Parks System encompasses historic sites, recreational resources, deep forests, alpine splendor, and red-rock majesty. No doubt, the panoramic grandeur celebrated in the state’s parks and monuments have played a major role in New Mexico’s claim as the Land of Enchantment. This list includes parks within a reasonable distance from Santa Fe and Taos, along with others that offer a relaxing weekend or holiday getaway. For complete details on amenities and activities associated with the state park system, contact:<\/p>\n

New Mexico State Parks<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe
\n505-476-3355
\n888-NMPARKS
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Bluewater Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nPrewitt
\n505-876-2391
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Bottomless Lakes State Park<\/strong>
\nRoswell
\n505-624-6058
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Caballo Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nCaballo
\n505-743-3942
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Cimarron Canyon State Park<\/strong>
\nEagle Nest
\n505-377-6271
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Conchas Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nConchas Dam
\n505-868-2270
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Coyote Creek State Park<\/strong>
\nGuadalupita
\n505-387-2328
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Eagle Nest Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nEagle Nest
\n505-377-1594
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

El Vado Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nTierra Amarilla
\n505-588-7247
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Elephant Butte Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nElephant Butte
\n505-744-5923
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Fenton Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nJemez Springs
\n505-829-3630
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Heron Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nLos Ojos
\n505-588-7470
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Hyde Memorial State Park<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe
\n505-983-7175
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park<\/strong>
\nCarlsbad
\n505-887-5516
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Manzano Mountains State Park<\/strong>
\nMountainair
\n505-847-2820
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Morphy Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nGuadalupita
\n505-387-2328
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Navajo Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nNavajo Dam
\n505-632-2278
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Oasis State Park<\/strong>
\nPortales
\n505-356-5331
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Rio Grande Nature Center State Park<\/strong>
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-344-7240
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Santa Rosa Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nSanta Rosa
\n505-472-3110
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Storrie Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nLas Vegas
\n505-425-7278
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Sugarite Canyon State Park<\/strong>
\nRaton
\n505-445-5607
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Sumner Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nFort Sumner
\n505-355-2541
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Ute Lake State Park<\/strong>
\nLogan
\n505-487-2284
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

Villanueva State Park<\/strong>
\nVillanueva
\n505-421-2957
\nwww.emnrd.state.nm.us\/PRD<\/a><\/p>\n

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New Mexico National Forests<\/strong>
\nThe Southwestern Region of the National Forest System covers a vast 22.3 million acres, including 11 national forests and three national grasslands. In New Mexico, these lands are characterized by sudden bursts of alpine peaks, colorful mesas, and breathtaking canyons. This sun-drenched region with its clear mountain streams is also renowned for its Indian-Hispanic-Anglo culture. The remnants of ancient civilizations are celebrated today in the wealth of prehistoric and historic sites and in the lives of many of its people who still honor the ways of centuries past. A sampling of the treasures scattered throughout New Mexico is listed here. For more information on these and other valuable resources, contact the Southwest Coordination Center in Albuquerque:<\/p>\n

USDA Forest Service<\/strong>
\nSouthwestern Region
\n505-842-3292
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3<\/a><\/p>\n

Campsite Reservations<\/strong>
\n877-444-6777
\nwww.reserveusa.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Carson National Forest<\/strong>
\nTaos
\n75-758-6200
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/carson<\/a>
\nSome of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest can be found in the 1.5-million acres covered by the Carson National Forest. Elevations rise from 6,000 feet to 13,161 feet at Wheeler Peak, the highest in New Mexico. Magnificent alpine scenery and cool summer temperatures draw regional residents and vacationers for fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. Winter activities include skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.<\/p>\n

Cibola National Forest<\/strong>
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-346-3900
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/cibola<\/a>
\nAt a towering 10,678 feet in elevation, the Hudsonian Forest zone is the highest and wettest life zone in the Sandias and offers a welcome contrast to Albuquerque’s Upper Sonoran Desert climate. Pine, aspen, and mountain maple blend with Douglas fir and spruce to produce some of the area’s most spectacular scenery. This area is also rich in various wildlife including wild turkeys, black bear, and deer.<\/p>\n

Gila National Forest<\/strong>
\nSilver City
\n575-388-8201
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/gila<\/a>
\nSpectacular scenery ranging from high cool mountains with aspen and Douglas fir to warm semi-arid lowlands with juniper, oak and cactus makes up one of the more remote and least developed National Forests in the southwest. Covering 3.3 million acres of publicly owned forest and range land, rugged alpine beauty rises above the desert country of southwestern New Mexico and embraces the Gila National Forest and the first wilderness in America. The forest is home to wildlife such as the black bear, mountain lion, elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, and wild turkey. Eagles, falcons, and hawk soar in the breeze overhead.<\/p>\n

Lincoln National Forest<\/strong>
\nAlamogordo
\n575-434-7200
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/lincoln<\/a>
\nFamous as the birthplace of Smokey the Bear, the living symbol of fire prevention, the forest is located in south-central New Mexico and covers more than 1.1 million acres that stretch north from Texas past the Capitan Mountains. Extending down the lower one-third of New Mexico, the Lincoln National Forest provides a diversity of landscapes, landforms, and habitats for a variety of wildlife. Higher elevations offer mountain meadows and mixtures of pine and oak dotted with brilliant wildflowers and blossoming plants. Two wilderness areas pass through five different life zones from Chihuahuan Desert to sub-alpine forest.<\/p>\n

Santa Fe National Forest<\/strong>
\nSanta Fe
\n505-438-7840
\nwww.fs.fed.us\/r3\/sfe<\/a>
\nSome of the finest scenery in the Southwest covers 1.6 million acres of spectacular mountain terrain to create an outdoor paradise. Elevations rise from 5,300 to 13,103 feet at the summit of Truchas Peak, located within the Pecos Wilderness. The wilderness covers 223,333 acres at the southern end of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains at the headwaters of the Pecos River. Many lakes, more than 150 miles of streams, a 100-foot waterfall, and innumerable springs also dot the area. An extensive trail system provides many opportunities for both day use and camping.<\/p>\n

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New Mexico Wine Trails<\/strong>
\nDistinguished as the oldest wine-producing region in the nation with roots that go back to the 1600s, New Mexico saw a rebirth of this ancient craft in 1978. Today, nearly 20 wineries produce 350,000 gallons of wine each year in this well-established industry. Visits to wine country can include tastings, special events, picnics, fine dining, and delightful bed and breakfast inns. The New Mexico Wine Growers Association offers in-depth information on the state’s wineries and a schedule of special events:<\/p>\n

New Mexico Wine Growers Association<\/strong>
\n505-899-3815
\n866-4WineNM
\nwww.nmwine.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Regional Wineries<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anasazi Fields Winery<\/strong>
\n26 Camino de los Pueblitos
\nPlacitas
\n505-867-3062
\nwww.anasazifieldswinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Anderson Valley Vineyards<\/strong>
\n4920 Rio Grande Boulevard NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-344-7266<\/p>\n

Black Mesa Winery<\/strong>
\n1502 State Highway 68
\nVelarde
\n800-852-MESA
\nwww.blackmesawinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Casa Rondena Winery<\/strong>
\n733 Chavez Road NW
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-344-5911
\n800-706-1699
\nwww.casarondena.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Corrales Winery<\/strong>
\n6275 Corrales Road
\nCorrales
\n505-898-5165
\nwww.corraleswinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Gruet Winery<\/strong>
\n8400 Pan American Freeway NE
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-821-0055
\n888-857-WINE
\nwww.gruetwinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

La Chiripada Winery<\/strong>
\nHighway 75
\nDixon
\n505-579-4437
\n800-528-7801
\nwww.lachiripada.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Los Luceros Winery<\/strong>
\nWinery Lane
\nAlcalde
\n505-852-1085
\n505-753-7925
\nwww.newmexico.org\/cuisine\/wineries\/los_luceros.php<\/a><\/p>\n

Madison Vineyards & Winery<\/strong>
\nNM Highway 3
\nRibera
\n505-421-8028
\nwww.madison-winery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Milagro Vineyards & Winery<\/strong>
\n985 West Ella
\nCorrales
\n505-898-3998
\nwww.milagrovineyardsandwinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Sandia Shadows Vineyard & Winery<\/strong>
\n11704 Coronado NE
\nAlbuquerque
\n505-856-1006<\/p>\n

Santa Fe Vineyards<\/strong>
\nEspanola
\n505-753-8100
\n800-477-2571<\/p>\n

Santa Fe Vineyards Tasting Room<\/strong>
\n235 Don Gaspar
\nSanta Fe
\n505-455-2826
\nwww.santafevineyards.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Vivac Winery<\/strong>
\n2075 State Highway 68
\nDixon
\n505-579-4441
\nwww.vivacwinery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Wines of the San Juan<\/strong>
\n233 Hwy 511
\nBlanco
\n505-632-0879
\nwww.winesofthesanjuan.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Local Parks & Recreation<\/strong><\/p>\n

Los Alamos County Parks<\/strong>
\n871 Trinity Drive
\nLos Alamos
\n505-662-8159
\n505-662-8357
\nOpen Space\/Trails
\n505-661-8480
\nwww.losalamosnm.us\/rec\/Pages\/default.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n

Taos County Parks & Recreation<\/strong>
\n105 Albright Street
\nTaos
\n575-758-8884
\nwww.taoscounty.org<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Bernalillo<\/strong>
\nParks & Recreation
\n829 Camino del Pueblo
\nBernalillo
\n505-867-3311
\nwww.townofbernalillo.org<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Corrales<\/strong>
\nParks & Recreation
\n500 Jones Road
\nCorrales
\n505-897-0502
\nwww.corrales-nm.org<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Las Vegas<\/strong>
\nRecreation Department
\n1700 North Grand Avenue
\nLas Vegas
\n505-454-1401
\nwww.lasvegasnm.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Rio Rancho<\/strong>
\nCultural Enrichment
\n3900 Southern Boulevard
\nRio Rancho
\n505-891-5015
\nwww.ci.rio-rancho.nm.us<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Santa Fe Parks & Recreation<\/strong>
\n490 Bishops Lodge Road
\nSanta Fe
\n505-955-2100
\nwww.santafenm.gov\/index.asp?NID=548<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Taos Parks<\/strong>
\n400 Camino de la Placita
\nTaos
\n575-758-8234
\nwww.taosgov.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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