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May 23, 2024 · from nm 104 follow the county road north past the dam and the army corps of engineers office complex until reaching the cove campground recreational area. THE COVE CAMPGROUND IS APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES FROM THE DAM.
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Just northwest of Tucumcari, this lake features secluded coves, canyons, and sandy beaches, excellent for camping, boating, and fishing. One of New Mexico’s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake.
Eastern New Mexico’s unique terrain attracts outdoor enthusiasts from all over. Whether your passion is hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, photography, admiring beautiful sunsets, or art, the...
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Just northwest of Tucumcari, this lake features secluded coves, canyons, and sandy beaches, excellent for camping, boating, and fishing. One of New Mexico’s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake.
- 501 Bell Ranch Road, Conchas Dam, 88416, NM
- (575) 868-2270
Conchas Lake State Park The campsites appear close together, as you cross over the dam, but as you get closer, you notice the sites are nicely spaced and 2 levels for a RV, a vehicle, and a boat. There are 2 separate campgrounds, the North and the Bell Point. We stayed at the later.
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Conchas Lake is a 25-mile (40 km) long reservoir in northeastern New Mexico, behind Conchas Dam on the Canadian River. The lake has an elevation of 4,200 feet (1,300 meters) and a surface area of 9,600 acres.
One of New Mexico’s largest lakes, you can explore the 11 miles of the Conchas River or 14 miles of the South Canadian River portions of the lake. Conchas lake is a 25 mile long reservoir behind Conchas Dam on the Canadian River.
