AARP Hearing Center
The southernmost lake in New Mexico is an oasis of water, wildlife, plant life, gorgeous sunsets and stunning night skies. Located twelve miles North of Carlsbad, NM, the park offers boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, exceptional bird watching, developed and primitive campsites and restrooms with showers. Whether you’re picnicking for the day, or camping in your RV for a week, you’ll be sure to find adventure at Brantley Lake State Park!
Activities
Boating:
Motorized
Non-motorized
Canoe/Kayak/Board
Personal Watercraft
Sailing
Water Skiing
Camping
Education Programs
Fishing
Picnicking
Swimming
Trails:
2.6 Miles
Hiking
Wildlife Viewing
Birding
Amenities
Shoreline Access
Boating Facilities:
2 Boat Ramps
Campground Facilities:
51 Developed Campsites
38 W+ E Sites (30 amp)
10 W+ E Sites (50 amp)
3 W+E+S Full Hookup Sites (50 amp)
Water in Campground
RV Dump Station
Primitive Camping:
Shoreline Camping
Boat-in Camping
Restrooms:
Restrooms with water
Showers
Vault Toilets
Group Facilities:
Group Picnic Shelter (2)
Playgrounds (2)
Visitor Center
Exhibits
Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. CT
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Thursday, Feb 19, 2026
Lyric Opera of Chicago
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Monday, Feb 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CT
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Online Event