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New Mexico State Parks Near Chaparral

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Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park

Las Cruces, New Mexico
31 miles away

"Chaparral visitors can reach the park for a quick nature outing without a long drive. It is a good destination for birders and families looking for a peaceful outdoor setting."

Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park preserves native riparian woodland and wetland habitat in the Mesilla Valley. It is especially popular with birders, photographers, and visitors looking for a calm outdoor escape near Las Cruces.

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Leasburg Dam State Park

Radium Springs, New Mexico
44 miles away

"Chaparral residents can reach the park for easy outdoor recreation without a long drive. It is especially appealing for birdwatching and quiet river access."

Leasburg Dam State Park features a scenic stretch of the Rio Grande, cottonwood-lined riverbanks, and the historic Leasburg diversion dam. Visitors come for relaxed day-use recreation, wildlife viewing, and a convenient base for exploring the Mesilla Valley and nearby southern New Mexico attractions.

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