Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)
Lake · New Mexico
About this swimming hole
Lea Lake at Bottomless Lakes State Park is New Mexico's only state park with a designated swimming beach and lifeguards on duty in summer. The lake is a stunning green-blue sinkhole in the desert near Roswell. Swimming, scuba diving, and non-motorized boating are all popular here.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Lea Lake is one of eight sinkhole lakes, 17-90 feet deep |
| Best season | summer |
| Fees | State park day-use fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | Day-use parking at Lea Lake |
| Amenities | swim beach, lifeguards (summer), picnic areas, bathhouse |
| County | Chaves County |
| Nearest town | Roswell |
| Safety notes | Lifeguards on duty during summer at Lea Lake; the only NM state park with a designated swim beach |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?
Reported fee info: State park day-use fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Lea Lake (Bottomless Lakes State Park)?
The best season is typically summer.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026