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Storrie Lake
Overview
Storrie Lake State Park serves as a serene oasis on the high plains of north-central New Mexico. Located just a short drive from the historic town of Las Vegas, this park centers around a scenic reservoir that is renowned for its steady winds and diverse birdlife. It provides a peaceful and open setting for travelers looking to enjoy the big New Mexico skies while experiencing the rugged beauty of the high desert landscape. The park is a favorite for those who want a blend of outdoor recreation and easy access to cultural history.
Location & Surroundings
Situated at an elevation of approximately 6,600 feet, the park sits nestled at the base of the eastern slopes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The surrounding terrain is a beautiful mix of short-grass prairie and gentle hills, offering expansive vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. Its convenient location near Interstate 25 makes it an easily accessible stop for those traveling through the Southwest, providing a quiet, natural atmosphere that feels worlds away from the busy highway noise.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is well-equipped for RV travelers, offering numerous campsites that feature utility hookups for both water and electricity. Visitors can take advantage of practical amenities designed for comfort, including:
- A central dump station for easy waste management
- Well-maintained restrooms and refreshing hot showers
- A visitor center with educational exhibits about local history
- Multiple covered picnic shelters and a playground for families
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor recreation is the heart of the experience here, with the lake being a premier destination for windsurfing and boating. Anglers often visit to test their luck catching rainbow trout, walleye, and channel catfish from the shoreline or a boat. For those who prefer land-based adventures, the historic town of Las Vegas, NM, offers incredible architecture and the nearby Montezuma Hot Springs. The park’s location also provides easy access to the Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge for exceptional birding and nature photography.
Who This Park Is Best For
Storrie Lake is an excellent choice for RVers who value a tranquil environment and easy access to water-based activities. It is especially popular with those who enjoy windsurfing due to the consistent breezes, as well as history buffs looking to explore the rich heritage of the Santa Fe Trail. Whether you are a solo traveler seeking stunning mountain views or a family looking for a comfortable lakefront stop with modern conveniences, this park offers a welcoming and scenic home on the road.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Jorge Serrano Jr (GEORGE)
Nice lake just no luck catching fish.. water has gone down a lot.
Chris Bloomfield
The good: lots of pretty birds on the lake, the covered picnic tables are nice, the sites are a decent size. The bad: it's more expensive than it should be, no staff around if you don't have a reservation and they charge way too much to reserve a spot. The ugly: camphosts just seem to hangout to get a free spit and weren't cleaning a thing! Toilets were bad, trash was everywhere and the gal at the entrance wasn't friendly.
Heather Easton
Always fun! Watch out for spiders at the RV sites. Always clean here! There are lots of people. Be mindful! Lake is always a fun time! Always windy and most likely will rain. Be prepared lol.
Benjamin Bauer
It's a state park. There were kind of some sketchy people there. Nothing we couldn't handle but just to forewarn others. We would stay there again if we needed to but probably wouldn't go out of our way to.
Andrea Meidl
One Star for the engineers who established the lake. One Star for the Rangers presence. No Star for the battling high winds. No Star for the management of port-a-John’s. After April the Comfort Station opened but was soon broken and the work was abandoned after a visit from repairmen. (It was clean the two times I used it) So the disgusting mess was still necessary and unattended. None of the Port-a-John’s lock and gender signs were questionable. No Star for the incident involving someone parking at the entrance and in a indirect and suspicious manner walking upon my single tent at one o’clock in the morning during a wind storm and the Ranger’s later claim/suggestion it was only Fishermen. I had only stopped an ambush by the activation of my car alarm. Police are slow on arrival. I would at least suggest to plant more trees in the primitive camping area.