PERCHA DAM STATE PARK
A quiet park along the Rio Grande is shaded by tall cottonwoods and provides excellent fishing, relaxing camping, and outstanding bird watching.
Park Elevation 4,447 ft
29 Developed Campsites, 23 Electric Sites, Water in Campground, RV Dump Station, Group Campsites
Boating enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of options in this New Mexico location. The park's reservoir is open to boating, allowing visitors the opportunity for canoeing and kayaking as well. However, it should be noted that there are no boat rental facilities within the park itself; therefore guests must bring their own equipment if they wish to partake in these activities.
Anglers can enjoy river fishing in the Rio Grande, known for its populations of catfish and white bass. The park also offers opportunities to catch crappie, walleye, northern pike and various species of trout. Fishing is available year-round with a valid license.
Percha Dam State Park offers numerous picnic tables and grills. Shaded areas are available, perfect for family or group picnics.
Located north of Hatch along the Rio Grande, this is one of the best places in the state for birdwatching. The central area is an open bosque which attracts phainopepla, woodpeckers, flycatchers, and vireos. The willow and cottonwood habitat boasts some of the best warbler watching during spring and fall migrations. The half-mile river trail is excellent for birds in all seasons. Watch the river for ducks, shorebirds, and kingfishers, the bosque for passerines, hawks, owls, and woodpeckers. Within a small woodland at the park, there are commonly flycatchers, woodpeckers, and warblers during migration. Accipiters and falcons often seek the smaller birds here.
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