Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Parks

06/02/2026

WHAT: National Trails Day Hike on June 6, 2026 at 8:30 AM

WHERE: Clear Creek Trail in Cimarron Canyon. Meet at the trailhead near Mile Marker 292 on Highway 292 in Cimarron Canyon. No fee for the hike, but All NM State Park regulations apply regarding parking and Park access fees. The Friends Membership Parking Pass is valid for parking for this hike.

CLEAR CREEK TRAIL INFO: Moderate to moderately difficult
· Distance: About 4-miles round trip passing three waterfalls.
· Participants don't have to hike to the end unless they want to see the 3rd waterfall.
· Elevation Gain: 800 ft.
· Hiking Trail follows Clear Creek and crosses several makeshift log bridges.
· A short section of the trail is steep and narrow.
· The trail ends at the third waterfall and returns along the same route.
· Participants aren’t required to go to the end of the trail and can determine when they will return to the trailhead as the trail is up and back on the same path.
· Basically, going out is uphill and returning is downhill.
· Dress appropriate for outdoor weather conditions.
· Bring water and a snack for yourself.
· A walking/hiking stick is helpful, especially for the steep section.
· Those planning to participate should text their name and the number in their party to: 469-293-3397.
· For a map of Cimarron Canyon State Park, go to: https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/Cimarron-Canyon_Map_Park_2023.pdf

Note: This hike is subject to fire restrictions. Please check on current fire restrictions at https://wwwapps.emnrd.nm.gov/SPD/ParksReportingPublicDisplay/WebDisplay/Detail/

If you need to speak to someone about this error, please call (505) 476-3300 or toll free at (800) 842-0749 or e-mail the Help Desk. Thank you.

05/14/2026

The Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Parks would like to thank all the participants that showed up Saturday, May 9 for the Annual Children's Fishing Derby. 82 kids between the ages of 3-11 registered for the tournament. Prizes were awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in the two age categories 3-7 / 8-11
Ages 3-7
Madelyn B - Eagle Nest, NM
Carson V - Holman, NM
Amara S - Cimarron, NM

Ages 8-11
Trevan E - Cleveland, NM
Billy P - Cimarron, NM
Brandyn J - Ojo Calente, NM

CONGRATULATIONS, see you again next year!

04/28/2026

May 9 Children’s fishing derby registration form.

04/23/2026

Get those Kiddo’s ready!

32nd Annual Children’s Fishing Derby is Saturday May 9th. Registration starts at 9:30 am and tournament starts at 10:00 am .

We have Give-aways, T-Shirts and prizes for winners. This is one of our favorite events. All the details are listed on the attachment .

04/09/2026

UPCOMING MEETING - one day EARLY and starting later 6 pm.
April 15 Meeting of Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Parks - 6 PM at Eagle Nest Lake State Park Visitors Center- Main item of discussion will be planning for the May 9 Children's Fishing Derby.

02/23/2026

Effective today February 23, the Eagle Nest Lake is open to boat fishing.

02/13/2026

Update : Eagle Nest Lake

The Ice has thawed at the south end of Eagle Nest Lake allowing for bank fishing that can be accessed from the Six-Mile Day Use Area and a small area near the South Boat Ramp. However, the Lake's surface remains closed to all activities because of unsafe ice conditions remaining on a majority of the Lake.

02/07/2026

02/06/2026

⚠️PARK ALERT
Due to unsafe ice conditions, the lake surface at Eagle Nest Lake State Park is closed to all activities, including ice fishing, boating, walking, and similar activities.

Updates will be shared here and at emnrd.nm.gov/spd/

02/02/2026

2026 Ice Fishing Tournament winners: Trout 23.875