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, and disc golf.

111 Wiggins Way, off Resort Drive · (575) 257-5030

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GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • Pets must be on a leash.

  • A state of New Mexico fishing license for those 12 years and older is required.

  • Ruidoso Lakes Parking Passes: (Summer and high-volume holidays).

  • Village of Ruidoso Local Season Pass: $10

  • Lincoln County Residents Season Pass $20;

  • NM Residents Season Pass $30;

  • Day Pass $10. Advance purchase online.

Shore Fishing Hours:  5:00 am to 11:00 p.m.

Vessel Fishing Hours:  Dawn to Dusk

Boat Permits:
Day Pass= $5  | Annual Pass= $20 (calendar year)

MORE INFORMATION VISIT RUIDOSOPARKSANDREC.COM

PURCHASE BOAT PERMITS HERE

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

GRINDSTONE NEWS & INFORMATION

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Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake (Seasonal, Summer only). [CLOSED SUMMER 2025]
Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake (Seasonal, Summer only). [CLOSED SUMMER 2025]

2025 Season Update: Wibit Water Park Will Remain Closed This Summer

The Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake will not open for the 2025 season. While we know this is a favorite summer activity for many, current conditions have made setup and operation unfeasible this year. We appreciate your understanding and encourage visitors to explore the lake’s other outdoor recreation options, including swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and more.

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Disc Golf in Ruidoso
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.

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Boat Rentals at Grindstone Lake (Seasonal, Summer Only)
Boat Rentals at Grindstone Lake (Seasonal, Summer Only)

Head to the water for a day of paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, 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 May to September.

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Grindstone Lake Campground (CLOSED INDEFINITELY)
Grindstone Lake Campground (CLOSED INDEFINITELY)

Grindstone Lake Campground remains CLOSED for the summer 2023 season.

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Discover Ruidoso’s newest access point to Grindstone Lake and Trails
Discover Ruidoso’s newest access point to Grindstone Lake and Trails

Ruidoso's Grindstone Lake Trail System now has even more opportunities for recreation. Hike and bike brand-new trails located in Ruidoso, off of Carrizo Canyon road at Mud Canyon Rd. Constructed by EcoServants, the connector trails provide free access to the existing Grindstone Lakes Trail System.

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Enjoy an At-Home View of Grindstone Lake via Live HD Streaming Webcam
Enjoy an At-Home View of Grindstone Lake via Live HD Streaming Webcam

Enjoy the Ruidoso experience from beautiful Grindstone Lake via a live HD streaming tourism webcam from its scenic location at Ruidoso’s most popular recreation area.

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Low -Season at Grindstone: All the fun without the summer bustle.
Low -Season at Grindstone: All the fun without the summer bustle.

Grindstone Lake Recreation Area returns to low-season operations effective September 6, 2022. Open 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, weekend reservations are no longer required, and while the WIBIT Water Park is closed for the season, you can still kayak, paddleboard, hike, bike, horseback ride, picnic, and enjoy disc golf.

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Best Places To Fish In Ruidoso
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.

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RUIDOSO TRAILS: Where To Hike, Bike, and Horseback Ride in Ruidoso
RUIDOSO TRAILS: Where To Hike, Bike, and Horseback Ride in Ruidoso

Climb Sierra Blanca, hike through alpine meadows, alongside the Rio Ruidoso, explore a forest on horseback? You decide! Thanks to over a million acres of National Forest and wilderness areas, virtually every corner of Ruidoso is waiting to be discovered. Hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails are plentiful.

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IN THE PRESS: Grindstone Trail System
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

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