El Vado Lake
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Rating - Unknown
Sunday, May 11 2025
The day use area remains closed due to the dam construction project, with low water levels rendering motorboat operation impossible and angling opportunities all but nonexistent. For more information, visit El Vado Lake State Parks webpage or call 575-588-7247.
Sunday, May 11 2025
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GPS: N 36 59 546 W 106 73 102Weather Report
El Vado Lake WeatherAccess Info
Driving directions from Alnuquerque; I-25 north to Santa Fe, exit NM-599 N (Santa Fe bypass) just south of Santa Fe, continue to US-84/285 W, exit US 84/285 W, turn left at NM-112 S, continue to lake. Approximately 3 hours driving time.Regulation/Proclamation
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El Vado Lake
RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!
Rating - Unknown
The day use area remains closed due to the dam construction project, with low water levels rendering motorboat operation impossible and angling opportunities all but nonexistent. For more information, visit El Vado Lake State Parks webpage or call 575-588-7247.
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