United States New-Mexico

Santa Cruz Lake Road Santa Fe County

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. Get driving directions.
SANTA CRUZ LAKE ROAD SANTA FE COUNTY

STREAMFLOW LEVELS
Streamgauge Streamflow
Rio Chama Below Abiquiu Dam
USGS 08287000
1,160 cfs
Rio Nambe Above Nambe Falls Dam Near Nambe
USGS 08294195
36 cfs
Rio Nambe Below Nambe Falls Dam Near Nambe
USGS 08294210
20 cfs
Rio Grande Del Rancho Near Talpa
USGS 08275500
58 cfs
Rio Grande At Otowi Bridge
USGS 08313000
2,530 cfs
Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo
USGS 08291000
92 cfs
Mora River At La Cueva
USGS 07215500
67 cfs

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Aspen Basin 10 10,219 ft
Black Canyon 36 8,389 ft
Borrego Mesa 9 8,719 ft
North Lake - Santa Cruz Lake 25 6,346 ft
Hyde Memorial State Park 57 8,529 ft
Glorieta 5 10,039 ft
Orilla Verde Rec Area Numerous 6,049 ft
Overlook - Santa Cruz Lake 25 6,683 ft
Big Tesuque 10 9,723 ft