Villanueva State Park
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| Villanueva State Park | |
|---|---|
 Pedestrian bridge over the Pecos River leading to the Vista Trail | |
  Location of Villanueva State Park in New Mexico | |
| Location | San Miguel, New Mexico, United States |
| Coordinates | 35°15′25″N 105°22′2″W / 35.25694°N 105.36722°WCoordinates: 35°15′25″N 105°22′2″W / 35.25694°N 105.36722°W |
| Area | 1,600 acres (6.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,600 ft (1,700 m) |
| Established | 1967[1] |
| Governing body | New Mexico State Parks Division |
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. The park elevation is 5,600 feet (1,700 m) above sea level. The park is located 35 miles (56 km) southwest of the town of Las Vegas, New Mexico.[2]
References
- ^ "Villanueva State Park Management and Development Plan" (PDF). Retrieved January 25, 2011.
- ^ New Mexico State Parks Division. "Villanueva State Park". New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department.
