Santa Fe, NM – The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) State Parks Division announces that the water system at Conchas Lake State Park Northside will be closed from May 31 through September 15, 2022, for construction. During this time, there will be no drinking water available at the park, and the shower buildings and RV dump station will be closed. Park visitors will need to bring all their water with them for their stay at the park.

The State Parks Division is making repairs to the main water storage tank at the park. The repairs include the installation of a disinfection boosting system that will allow the park to lift the boil water advisory that has been necessary over the last couple of seasons.

The park will remain open for camping and day use, but there will be no water available at the park. Visitors are encouraged to bring sufficient water for their stay. Vault and portable restroom facilities will be available for use.

Visitors are encouraged to be aware of construction activities and use extreme caution near construction equipment. For more details, please contact the park at 575-868-2270.

Campsites are available by reservation throughReserve America. For more information on all New Mexico State Parks, please visit our website at https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/spd/.