In addition to fishing and many water sports, Ute Lake is also perfect for hiking, birding or picnicking by the lake.

Hiking & Biking Trails

Wanna stretch your sea legs? View a Ute Lake nature trail guide from the New Mexico State Parks Division.

biking trail by the lake

Horseback Riding

You can find trails at the Mine Canyon area and at Rogers Camp area.

horseback riding trail

Birding

The north shore of Ute Lake has the best birding areas. Download the birding guide from EMNRD.

birding in New Mexico

Picnics

Check out this map from EMNRD to help you locate picnic shelters, and more.

lakeside picnic