Alto Lake
In an effort to preserve our natural resources and manage visitor capacity, the Village of Ruidoso will require a daily parking fee at Grindstone Lake and advance parking reservations to access Grindstone (Fri./Sat./Sun.) from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM throughout the summer. The parking fee is $10 per vehicle. No advance reservations are required at Grindstone Monday - Thursday. MAKE ONLINE RESERVATIONS HERE >>
The Grindstone Lake Daily Parking Fee is $10 per vehicle. There is no charge or reservation requirement at Alto Lake.
Season Passes are available:
- Village of Ruidoso Locals- $10 per vehicle
- Lincoln County Residents- $20 per vehicle
- NM Residents- $30 per vehicle
- Veterans & Active Duty- No Charge; No pass necessary
Make your parking reservation at: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog