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Abiquiu Lake, Abiquiu

4.6

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Abiquiu Lake is a reservoir located in Rio Arriba County, in northern New Mexico in the southwestern United States. Water of the Rio Chama is impounded by the earth-filled Abiquiu Dam, 1,800 feet (550 m) long and 340 feet (104 m) high, completed in 1963 and raised in 1986. The 5,200-acre (21 km2) lake is over 12 miles (20 km) long, and lies at elevations of 6,100–6,220 feet (1,859–1,896 m).
The shoreline area near the dam is a recreation area managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Available activities include camping, picnicking, hiking, swimming, boating, and fishing.

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4.6

By Teresa G

We love to camp here, and did so for 2 weeks this trip. It's not a huge lake, but is in a beautiful setting. My husband brought his kayak along & fished from it 3 times on days when the wind was...

We love to camp here, and did so for 2 weeks this trip. It's not a huge lake, but is in a beautiful setting. My husband brought his kayak along & fished from it 3 times on days when the wind was... more »
By ciscos681

Park attendant very polite and informative. Park is clean and well kept. Will definitely be going back!!

Park attendant very polite and informative. Park is clean and well kept. Will definitely be going back!! more »
By Quest635154

Beautiful, calm lake with a gorgeous mountain backdrop. This is a good lake for SUP, canoeing, & for boating. The water was a good temperature and not too cloudy. We did check in at the Visitor...

Beautiful, calm lake with a gorgeous mountain backdrop. This is a good lake for SUP, canoeing, & for boating. The water was a good temperature and not too cloudy. We did check in at the Visitor... more »

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By Rachel

Riana campground was very nice with friendly hosts and park rangers. Playgrounds for the children and good views of the lake and sunset. I enjoyed the Ranger's talk about local wildlife and Lake Abiquiu.

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By Alfonso Wood

Beautiful views water is nice . Plenty of camping spots only the nearest store is Sevan miles away . Bring groceries and a umbrella no shade trees and a grill very few BBQ grills for the public. And it's a non alcoholic lake lol

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By Sharon Hicks

This a beautiful lake with great campground and beautiful sunrises and sunsets!

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By Jonus Miles

The best lake experience in northern NM swimming, fishing, and most importantly cliff jumping... if you know where to go. I've spent many a summer day at Abiquiu Lake and hope for many more.

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By Chytra Narayanappa

Place is so mesmerizing. Lot of picnic spots. Can be enjoyed with family and friends. Do wait for the sunset!

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