This park is known for its excellent sailing, fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking. Acres Elevation 7,200 feet Precipitation 20.85 inches Degrees Fahrenheit Wind and Ice Lake is ideal for sailing and windsurfing, as well as fishing for record-size trout.
Ice fishing is popular in winter for the arctic set.
Caprock Descent Access the hiking and fishing trail along the gorgeous Rio Chama from the dramatic caprock stairway near Heron Dam. The 5.5 mile trail which crosses the river by suspension bridge, affords panoramic views and an adventurous route to neighboring El Vado Lake. Heron Lake State Park is 11 miles west of Tierra Amarilla via US highways 64 and 84 and NM 95, as shown on this map of the area.