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Caballo Lake

Caballo Lake State Park, Truth or Consequences, New MexicoLakeSwimming allowed

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Caballo Lake State Park allows swimming, with usual swimming areas west of the dam and in the Upper Flats.

Water
Lake
Entry
See official website
Swim hours
Gates open 24/7; day use 6:00 AM–9:00 PM; park office 7:30 AM–4:30 PM.
Facilities
Camp sites, rV utility hookups, hiking, horseback riding
Managed by
New Mexico State Parks Division

Getting there

10 Palomino Road, Caballo, New Mexico 87931. The park is near Truth or Consequences.

32.9337, -107.2968

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Know before you go

  • Do not swim within 150 feet of marinas, fishing piers, docks, ramps or dams.
  • Do not swim in the river.
  • Swim at your own risk.
  • Wear a life jacket when using flotation devices.

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