SANTA CRUZ LAKE ROAD SANTA FE COUNTY
Boat Launches • River Access • Weather
November 21, 2024
SUMMARY
The Santa Cruz Lake Road boat ramp in Santa Fe County, New Mexico is a concrete boat ramp with a single lane for launching and retrieving boats. According to the latest information available, the boat ramp is approximately 18 feet wide.
This boat ramp services Santa Cruz Lake, which is a small reservoir located in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The lake is primarily used for fishing, and it is stocked with trout, bass, and catfish.
The types of watercraft permitted on Santa Cruz Lake include canoes, kayaks, small sailboats, and electric-powered boats. Gasoline-powered engines are not allowed on the lake.
It is important to note that due to drought conditions, Santa Cruz Lake has been closed to boating and fishing in the past. Visitors should check with the Santa Fe National Forest or the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish for the latest information on the lake's availability for recreational activities.
NEARBY FISHING
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirtland AFB Military | 72 | |||
| Capilla | 8 | |||
| Isleta Lake RV | 50 | |||
| Fourth Of July | 25 | |||
| Red Canyon | 38 | |||
| Bosque | 18 | |||
| New Canyon | 10 | |||
| John F Kennedy | 18 | |||
| Villanueva State Park | 33 | |||
| Manzano Mountains State Park | 37 |
