Grindstone Lake: All You Need To Know

Discover everything you need to know about Grindstone Lake, one of Ruidoso's most popular recreation areas.

Located just minutes from downtown Ruidoso, Grindstone Lake offers hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, disc golf, and camping.

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Now Open! Grindstone Lake Campground.

Ruidoso visitors who love Grindstone Lake now have campsites to choose from at the newly opened (summer 2019) Grindstone Lake Campground. With 22 tent campsites and 6 sites for RVs, campground amenities include basic restrooms with running water, flushing toilets, sink, and shower. No reservations, campfires, or utilities.

Wibit Water Park Opens at Grindstone Lake Summer 2019

Don’t miss Ruidoso’s newest and most unique attraction, the new Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake, a floating, inflatable platform perfect for family fun, birthday parties and special events. Open in summer only.

Boat and Bike Rentals at Grindstone Lake

Head to the water for a day of paddleboarding, kayaking, biking, fishing and more. The Dam House at Grindstone Lake is open for boat and bike rentals, fishing equipment, food and drink at Grindstone Lake from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day.

Where To Hike, Bike, and Horseback Ride in Ruidoso

Thanks to over a million acres of National Forest and wilderness areas, virtually every corner of Ruidoso is waiting to be discovered.

Best Places To Fish In Ruidoso

From pristine high-mountain lakes and streams to sparkling reservoirs and meandering rivers, discover the best places to cast a line in Ruidoso.

2 Ruidoso Lakes You Might Not Know About But Should

Bring a picnic, cast for fish, paddle a boat, cycle, horseback ride, or explore on foot via multi-use trails at two cool, clear alpine reservoirs in Ruidoso that will keep you coming back for more.

Disc Golf in Ruidoso

With courses at Grindstone Lake and Ski Apache, add disc golf to your list of fun things to do in Ruidoso. Better yet, bring your own disc and it’s free fun for the whole family.

IN THE PRESS: Grindstone Trail System

"The climb to Grindstone Mesa can be painful, but the payoff is anything but: Views of Sierra Blanca and surrounding mountains are spectacular." — AAA NEW MEXICO JOURNEY magazine

Grindstone Lake

A scenic, mountain lake and trails system just minutes from downtown Ruidoso offering hiking, biking, fishing & swimming in the reservoir.

Learn more about Grindstone Lake rules, regulations, hours, etc. at RuidosoParksandRec.com.

Active experiences, Attractions & Activities, Family experiences, Natural experiences, Things to do in RuidosoEllen BaroneAugust 20, 2019Grindstone Lake Campground, Grindstone Disc Golf, Grindstone Water Park, outdoor activities, Outdoor Activities, nature, summer, autumn, fall, spring, Attractions & Activities