The largest and most popular lake in New Mexico, Elephant Butte Lake provides a setting for every imaginable water sport. The mild climate of the area make this park a popular year-round destination. Elephant Butte Reservoir, created by a dam constructed in 1916 across the Rio Grande, is 40 miles long with more than 200 miles of shoreline. Although constructed to provide for irrigation and flood control, the lake is New Mexico's premier water recreation facility. A wide variety of water sports are available at the lake, with fishing being one of the most popular. The mild climate of the area make this park a popular year-round destination.

• Enjoy the many recreational opportunities you'll find in this beautiful park.