Percha Dam State Park - Las Cruces, NM

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Percha Dam State Park


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The Percha Dam State Park, set in the deep shade of towering cottonwoods, features fishing and hiking on the Rio Grande. The park is covered with a blanket of grass protected by cottonwoods, salt cedar and Russian olive trees.

The park provides excellent fishing and bird watching along the river. Swimming and sunbathing are also activities enjoyed by park visitors. Percha Dam State Park is among the area's best bird-watching locales, with about the same species as nearby Caballo Lake, but often in greater numbers, and it is easier to see them because Percha Dam is usually less crowded.

The developed campsites are spacious, shady, and serene, and most are close enough to hear the river, even when its view is blocked by trees. The park has no designated hiking trails, just paths leading to favorite fishing and bird-watching spots, but a very pleasant walk of a mile or so can be had along the park's dirt roads.

Facilities: The Percha Dam State Park offers 50 RV/trailers sites, and an additional 30 for full hook-up. There are 35 individual areas for primitive tents. Restrooms and picnic areas are provided. Other facilities can be found in nearby Arrey.

Reservations: Reservations are needed at certain campsites at the Percha Dam State Park.

Best Time To Visit: Unknown

Fees: A day usage fee and an overnight camping fee do apply.

Accessibility: This park does provide campgrounds that are accessible for disabled persons. Please contact the Percha Dam State Park for further information.

Rules: Know all park rules and regulations, which are posted in the park.

Directions: To reach the Percha Dam State Park from Las Cruces, take I-25 north to exit 59.

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Percha Dam State Park

Percha Campground

Address

P.O. Box 32

Caballo, New Mexico 87931

Phone
General: (505) 743-3942

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