Is Elephant Butte open to out of state?

Is Elephant Butte open to out of state?

Elephant Butte State Park welcomes out-of-state visitors despite quarantine rule. ELEPHANT BUTTE, N.M. “We encourage everyone to comply with the current health order to protect our vulnerable populations,” State Parks said in an emailed statement.

How much does it cost to camp at Elephant Butte?

Elephant Butte State Park Campground RATES: Daily: $10 for a developed site; $14 for a site with hookups. Park fee waived with rental. Directions: From I-25 take exit 83, then follow the signs to the park and Park Headquarters.

Can you drink alcohol at Elephant Butte?

You are allowed to drink alcohol while at the lake. You can also drink if you’re a passenger in a boat. Sal Gonzalez, boating manager at Elephant Butte Lake, says surprisingly this weekend they haven’t had to cite anyone for driving a boat while under the influence of alcohol.

Are ATVs allowed at Elephant Butte?

ATVs (non-licensed vehicles) are not allowed to play in the huge near-abandoned sand pit known as Elephant Butte Lake State Park. With 3% of the lake’s capacity, more than 97% of this state park is sandy desert.

Why is Elephant Butte Lake 2020 low?

Right now, Elephant Butte is rising as spring runoff comes off the Rio Grande but when irrigation starts, the level of the lake will drop about 50 feet. The Butte is 11% full, which’s down from 26% last year.

How full is Elephant Butte Lake right now?

Elephant Butte Lake (located in New Mexico) is governed by the Rio Grande Compact.

Can you have a fire at Elephant Butte?

VISITORS TO THE BEACHES ARE ALLOWED CAMPFIRES AND CHARCOAL FIRES ON THE BEACH WITHIN 150 FEET OF THE WATER AT THE SHORELINE OF THE LAKE. GENERATORS: THE OPERATION OF GENERATORS IS PROHIBITED DURING QUIET HOURS (10 PM – 7AM).

Does Elephant Butte have showers?

We camp in Elephant Butte State Park in one of the 144 RV sites with electricity, water and covered pavilion with picnic table and bbq grill for 4 nights. The restrooms nearby are well maintained, hot showers and vault toilets. Free dump stations are nearby the entrance to the camp site area.

Will Elephant Butte dry up?

“A dam starts dying the day it’s built, as it fills in with sediments,” Conway said. “Elephant Butte will probably be dead in 75 years.

Is Elephant Butte safe?

The rate of crime in Elephant Butte is 96.15 per 1,000 residents during a standard year. People who live in Elephant Butte generally consider the central part of the city to be the safest.

How big is Elephant Butte Lake RV resort?

Elephant Butte Lake RV Resort offers 140 full hook-up sites with big rig, level sites up to 100 feet. 20, 30 and 50 amp service is available. We have daily, weekly or monthly rates, covered patios with picnic tables and BBQ grills by the lounges.

How to get to Elephant Butte Lake NM?

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month (s) in advance. GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): From I-25 South or North take exit 83, turn onto NM State Rd 195 South. North bound traffic goes 4.2 miles and turns left off 195 to the Visitor Center.

Where is Rio Lago RV park in Elephant Butte?

Rio Lago RV Park is a full service RV camping facility located in the center of Elephant Butte, 2 miles from the lakeshore, and close to shopping and restaurants. 18 fully equipped sites!

Are there off road trails in Elephant Butte?

The City of Elephant Butte allows the operation of off-highway motor vehicles on paved streets or highways owned and controlled by the City. Check out the off-road trails at caltopo.com/m/M8B1