Loco Lagoon | New Mexico
Loco Lagoon, formerly known as Conoco Lake, is a three-acre freshwater pond providing habitat for wildlife and respite for humans in the middle of a vast forest of pumpjacks. The site was created in 1990 through a cooperative agreement between BLM and Conoco, Inc, with Conoco originally providing the fresh water and NM Department of Game and Fish stocking the lake with fish five times a year. The pond provides habitat for a variety of wildlife including bass, catfish, mule deer, ducks and other birds, while providing bird watching and picnicking for visitors.
Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)
There are no accessible features or signs at the Loco Lagoon. To safely enjoy this area one need to be able to walk across uneven ground, duck under branches, and avoid slipping/falling into the water.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Fees
-
None.
Facilities
-
There are no facilities or potable water at Loco Lagoon.
Nearby Amenities
-
The nearest location to acquire food, gas, and water is in Maljamar, ~4 miles away via Maljamar Road.
Season/Hours
-
Open year-round.
Special Rules
-
Obey all New Mexico Game and Fish water and boating stipulations.
-
No boating.
-
No overnight camping.
-
No fireworks, discharge or use of firearms, or any other weapons.
-
No glass bottles on the platform, or along the pond.
-
Pets must be on a 6-foot leash.
BROCHURES, MAPS, AND PUBLICATIONS
-
N/A
Wildlife in Area
-
Ducks
-
Boat-tailed grackle
-
Western tanager
-
Mule deer
Contact Us
Activities
Addresses
Geographic Coordinates
Directions
From Maljamar, New Mexico head south on Maljamar Road toward Sand Road. Follow Maljamar Road for 3.3 miles before turning left onto an unmarked road with a black pumpjack next to it. Follow the unmarked two track for .6 miles to arrive at the backside of Loco Lagoon