Brantley Lake State Park
"Artesia visitors come for a quick outdoor escape, fishing, and camping close to home. The park is an easy weekend destination for families and anglers."
A scenic desert reservoir park known for boating, fishing, camping, and birdwatching.
Bottomless Lakes State Park
"Artesia is a major nearby city where residents often plan day trips or overnight stays at the park. It is a convenient base for combining the lakes with southeastern New Mexico travel."
A desert oasis east of Roswell featuring spring-fed lakes, swimming, paddling, fishing, and camping.
Sumner Lake State Park
"Artesia visitors come for fishing, birdwatching, and overnight stays near the water. Sumner Lake provides a larger recreational lake option than many inland spots in the area."
A scenic eastern New Mexico lake park offering boating, fishing, camping, and desert views.