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San Miguel County, NM
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Compact state park set between high red and yellow sandstone bluffs along the Pecos River near the historic Spanish village of Villanueva. Cottonwood bosque, canyon-wall trails, and river fishing make it a standout desert-canyon picnic and camping stop southwest of Las Vegas, NM.
| Region | San Miguel County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 35.2655, -105.3445 |
| Managing agency | New Mexico State Parks |
| Established | 1967 |
| Setting | Pecos River canyon / Glorieta Mesa sandstones |
| Trails | River and bluff hikes (Vista Trail and others) |
| Address | 135 Dodge Road, Villanueva, NM 87583 |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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