This secluded park is nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains along a meandering stream where visitors can fish for rainbow and brown trout, or simply sit back and enjoy the scenery. This undeveloped area is accessible by foot, horseback or four-wheel drive vehicle. The small scenic lake is stocked with trout, and boating is limited to electric motors. Visitors should bring their own water. This high plains Pecos River reservoir offers a variety of water sports.
Anglers often catch bass, catfish, and walleye.
The visitor center features historical exhibits on the Santa Fe Trail and 19th century Las Vegas. This unique park located on the border with Colorado features heavily wooded mountains and meadows painted with wildflowers. The park includes extensive historical and nature exhibits. No gasoline motors are allowed on the lakes.