Welcome to the Rio Grande Yacht Club
Let the Fun Begin!
As the Rio Grande winds South it makes a stop in Elephant Butte Lake. This marvelous lake is the largest body of water in New Mexico where many different species of fish live including: Striped bass, White bass, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth Bass and Walleye. Grab your rod, set your sail or go for a cruise and enjoy what the Rio Grande has in store for you.
Calendar of Events
| Date | Event Name | Full Moon | Full Moon Date | Moon Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 11, 2025 | Frostbite Regatta | Monday | 01/13/25 | Wolf Moon |
| Feb. 08, 2025 | Valentine Day Chute Out | Wednesday | 02/12/25 | Snow Moon |
| Mar. 08, 2025 | Spring Series Race #1 | Friday | 03/14/25 | Worm Moon |
| April 12, 2025 | Spring Series Race #2 | Sunday | 04/13/25 | Pink Moon |
| May 17, 2025 | Anniversary Cup | Monday | 05/12/25 | Flower Moon |
| June 14, 2025 | Beach Party/Raft Up | Wednesday | 06/11/25 | Strawberry Moon |
| July 12, 2025 | Beach Party/Raft Up | Thursday | 07/10/25 | Buck Moon |
| Aug. 09, 2025 | Beach Party/Raft Up | Saturday | 08/09/25 | Sturgeon Moon |
| Sept. 13, 2025 | Fall Series Race #1 | Sunday | 09/07/25 | Harvest Moon |
| Oct. 11, 2025 | Fall Series Race #2 | Tuesday | 10/07/25 | Hunters Moon |
| Nov. 08, 2025 | Commodore Cup | Wednesday | 11/05/25 | Beaver Moon |
| Dec. 13, 2025 | River of Lights Cup | Thursday | 12/04/25 | Cold Moon |
State Park Fees
State park fees are subject to change and have recently been amended as of January 1st 2025.
Select the button below to keep up to date on any changes to the cost of recreation.
Water Level
2025
| Date | 1/1/25 | 2/1/25 | 3/1/25 | 4/1/25 | 5/1/25 | 6/1/25 | 7/1/25 | 8/1/25 | 9/1/25 | 10/1/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/1/25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 9.4% | 11.6% | 13% | 14.2% | 14.2% | 12.3% | 6.5% | 3.7% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 4.3% | |
| Elevation | 4,311.33 | 4,316.88 | 4,319.98 | 4,322.12 | 4,322.46 | 4,318.05 | 4,303.25 | 4,290.92 | 4,291.47 | 4,290.49 | 4,293.87 |
2024
| Date | 1/1/24 | 2/1/24 | 3/1/24 | 4/1/24 | 5/1/24 | 6/1/24 | 7/1/24 | 8/1/24 | 9/1/24 | 10/1/24 | 11/1/24 | 12/1/24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 23.5% | 25% | 25% | 22% | 21.8% | 23.2% | 14.4% | 11.9% | 7.9% | 5.7% | 5.9% | 7.4% |
| Elevation | 4,339.16 | 4,341.41 | 4,341.43 | 4,336.33 | 4,335.96 | 4,338.18 | 4,328.39 | 4,317.90 | 4,306.73 | 4,299.62 | 4,300.21 | 4,305.42 |
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