Bluewater Lake
Bluewater Lake in New Mexico is a glacial-reservoir-turned-fishing-destination and campground, known for scenic mountain settings and trout.
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Geography
| Address | Bluewater Lake State Park, NM 87005, USABluewater Lake State Park Road |
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| Continent | North America |
| Region | North America |
| Subregion | Southwestern United States |
| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Cibola County |
| District | Bluewater Lake State Park |
| City | Bluewater Lake |
| Postal Code | 87005 |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 35.094 |
| Longitude | -107.753 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMEBluewater Lake is a high-elevation reservoir set in Cibola County, approximately 9 miles northwest of Grants, New Mexico. Formerly a natural lake fed by groundwater and snowmelt, it was expanded and converted into a dammed reservoir in the mid-20th century. The lake is renowned for clear, cold water and healthy populations of Salvelinus fontinalis (brook trout) and Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout). Surrounded by forested hills and accessed via dedicated park roads, Bluewater offers boating, kayaking, and shoreline fishing, alongside a campground and picnic facilities. Many visitors come for family-friendly fishing, scenic mountain views, and proximity to nearby hiking trails and historical sites. The shoreline is typically calm and accessible, with seasonal fluctuations in water level; appropriate gear may depend on weather and water conditions.
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