Cool off this summer with a trip to The Beach at Farmington Lake. This family-friendly oasis offers sandy beaches, an aqua park and rentals of kayaks, paddleboards, bumper boats, paddle boats, water blades and lake floats. The Beach at Farmington Lake is a must for your summer playlist!
Farmington Lake, 8020 E. Main St, Farmington, NM
505-258-7146 or 505-599-1400
Cool off this summer with a trip to The Beach at Farmington Lake. This family-friendly oasis offers sandy beaches and an aqua park. The Beach at Farmington Lake is a must for your summer playlist!
The Beach at Farmington Lake Hours and Fees
A daily fee is collected at the main entrance of Farmington Lake, from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Access after hours must be paid via the self-pay station. Lake Farmington is open daily to watercraft. The Beach & Aquapark will be open for the season starting on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Summer 2026 Hours
- The lake is open daily for public use from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- The Aquapark & The Beach are open from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Fridays
- The Beach is open from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays, the Aquapark is closed
2026 Entry Fees
- Lake Access $1 per person at main entrance or self-pay station
- The Beach Access $1 per person at The Beach entrance (CASH ONLY), a separate charge from lake access fee
- Aquapark $5 per session at The Beach entrance (CASH ONLY) includes access to The Beach
- An Annual Pass for $50 can be purchased at the Lake entrance
- Camping is $10 per day at the main entrance
Fishing and Boating at Farmington Lake
Beyond The Beach, Farmington Lake is a popular fishing and boating spot, year-round. Species in the 250-acre lake include rainbow trout, largemouth bass, catfish, and even pike. The lake is open to the public from 6:00am to 10:00pm. Night fishing is also allowed at Farmington Lake.
Camping at Farmington Lake
Farmington Lake also features a 21-site dry campground. Facilities are open year-round and include vault toilets, fire rings, grills, and picnic tables. Some campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, but advanced reservations are highly recommended. Visit farmingtonnm.gov for additional information, or call (505) 258-7146 to reserve a campsite. Reservations cannot be made less than 48 hours in advance. Off-season reservations can be made by phoning Park Reservations at (505) 599-1400.
Camping Fees
- $5 per night fee, plus $1 per person daily access fee. The $1 daily access fee is waived with valid Lake Farmington Season Pass.
- $1 fee per additional vehicle per night.
Directions to Farmington Lake
Farmington Lake, shown as Lake Farmington or Beeline Reservoir on some maps, is located east of Farmington on Main Street/NM 516, offering a fishing oasis just minutes from the center of the city. The turn-off for Farmington Lake is accessed from NM 516/Main Street, across the street from the Farmington Flea Market. PLEASE NOTE: Google Maps and MapQuest list a route via Flora Vista, Road 3535, and 3544. This is an error, there is no lake access for vehicles using this route. For assistance with directions, call Visit Farmington at 505-326-7602.