Villanueva State Park

Villanueva State Park
Pedestrian bridge over the Pecos River leading to the Vista Trail
Villanueva State Park
Location in New Mexico
LocationSan Miguel County, New Mexico, United States
Coordinates35°15′55″N 105°20′40″W / 35.26528°N 105.34444°W / 35.26528; -105.34444
Area1,600 acres (650 ha)
Elevation5,600 ft (1,700 m)
Established1967
Administered byNew Mexico State Parks Division
WebsiteOfficial website

Villanueva State Park is a state park of New Mexico, United States, located on the banks of the Pecos River. The park features red and yellow sandstone cliffs, cottonwood trees, and other native plants. Villanueva State Park's elevation is 6,110 feet (1862 m) above sea level. The park sits in the shift from The Rocky Mountains and The Great Plains. The park is located southwest of the town of Las Vegas, 35 miles (56 km) New Mexico. While on the lookout trails of Villanueva State Park, one can view the Pecos River.

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