Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park

About Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park

Mesilla Valley Bosque State park preserves a bosque along the Rio Grande. The park consists of river woodlands and restored wetlands. It is used by migratory birds, and is popular for birdwatching, walking, and bicycling. The park is located on the Rio Grande near Las Cruces and 1.5 miles from historic Mesilla. Visitors have many opportunities to view wildlife in natural surroundings while strolling one of the self-guided nature trails. Enjoy a fun ranger-led tour! It is a day-use only park, and camping is not allowed. Park Elevation is 3,879 ft. Make a reservation on the New Mexico State Parks reservation website.

How to Get There

5000 Calle del Norte Mesilla, NM 88046 Make a reservation on the New Mexico State Parks reservation website.

Plan Your Visit to Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park

Heading to Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)