Abiquiu Lake - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District

Abiquiu Lake - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Albuquerque District Welcome to the Official Abiquiu Lake page for the Army Corps of Engineers.

Our mission includes Flood Risk Management, Water Storage, Water Safety, Recreation, and Environmental Stewardship

When paddling on rivers, steer clear of commercial vessels. They have the right of way in a navigation channel. Human-po...
09/02/2026

When paddling on rivers, steer clear of commercial vessels. They have the right of way in a navigation channel. Human-powered vessels should avoid commercial traffic. Boats don’t have brakes and it takes an average of ¾ to 1½ miles for a towboat pushing barges to stop.

As the weather cools, keep an eye out for snakes!Snakes are ectothermic, meaning they rely on their surroundings to regu...
08/31/2026

As the weather cools, keep an eye out for snakes!

Snakes are ectothermic, meaning they rely on their surroundings to regulate their body temperature. As temperatures drop, they may seek out warm surfaces, sunny spots, rocks, logs, and other areas that hold heat.

If you encounter one while enjoying the outdoors, give it plenty of space and let it move along on its own. Snakes play an important role in our ecosystem by helping control rodent and other wildlife populations.

Enjoy wildlife from a safe distance and remember: sharing the outdoors means giving wildlife room to be wild.

Come join us and give back to your favorite public lands (and waters) at Abiquiu Lake on September 26, 2026!
08/29/2026

Come join us and give back to your favorite public lands (and waters) at Abiquiu Lake on September 26, 2026!

Please Leave Paper Lanterns at HomePaper lanterns with open candles may look beautiful, but they are not a safe choice f...
08/29/2026

Please Leave Paper Lanterns at Home

Paper lanterns with open candles may look beautiful, but they are not a safe choice for use on or around the lake.

These lanterns create several serious hazards:

🔥 Fire risk: An open flame inside a paper structure can ignite vegetation, docks, boats, or other property. Once released, there is no way to control where the lantern goes or where it lands.

🌊 Litter and water pollution: What goes up eventually comes down. Lanterns can land in the lake, along the shoreline, or in surrounding recreation areas, leaving behind paper, wire, bamboo, and candle/fuel remnants.

🐦 Wildlife hazard: Lantern debris can become a danger to wildlife that may become tangled in or ingest pieces of the lantern.

🚒 Unnecessary emergency response: Uncontrolled lanterns can also be mistaken for distress signals or create situations requiring emergency response.

Please help us protect our lake, wildlife, visitors, and surrounding public lands. If you’re celebrating or honoring someone, choose a safe alternative that doesn’t involve an open flame or releasing anything into the air or water.

Beautiful memories don’t have to leave a dangerous footprint. 💙🌊

You wouldn’t want to leave them behind, would you?Stay safe while recreating by being aware of your surroundings and alw...
08/28/2026

You wouldn’t want to leave them behind, would you?

Stay safe while recreating by being aware of your surroundings and always wearing your life jacket.

Safe Boating Tips English/ Spanish Here are a few things that you can do to keep yourself and all your friends safe whi...
08/26/2026

Safe Boating Tips English/ Spanish

Here are a few things that you can do to keep yourself and all your friends safe while you are enjoying the outdoors.

Unwind by spending time on the water with family and friends. To help ensure nothing interferes with your rest and relax...
08/23/2026

Unwind by spending time on the water with family and friends. To help ensure nothing interferes with your rest and relaxation please wear a properly fitted life jacket and encourage others to wear theirs too.

While enjoying some fun in the sun please wear a life jacket when in, on, or near the water. Also, wear sunscreen, sungl...
08/21/2026

While enjoying some fun in the sun please wear a life jacket when in, on, or near the water. Also, wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect you from the sun.

🛑 Know your markers, protect your passengers.Waterway buoys aren't just decorations, they are vital navigation signs tha...
08/19/2026

🛑 Know your markers, protect your passengers.

Waterway buoys aren't just decorations, they are vital navigation signs that keep you clear of shallow waters, hidden hazards, and oncoming traffic. Level up your captain skills by signing up for a boating safety course today!

Safe boating starts with preparation. 🛥️

Current lake elevation is at 6199.21 ft.
08/17/2026

Current lake elevation is at 6199.21 ft.

Address

4731 State Highway 96
Abiquiu, NM
87510

Telephone

+15056854371

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