Las Cruces KOA Holiday

Rubber Duck Races. Cheer on your favorite duck and see who crosses the finish line first!

Important Admission Information: We are a cashless venue. We accept credit cards and La Union Maze Gift Cards only.

Discounts:

• 15% off: Active Military, Military Children ages 2–5, and Seniors ages 65–75. Valid ID required and discount is applied at the gate.
  
• FREE admission: Children under 2 and adults over 75.
  

• Ofrendas: View beautiful homemade altars (altarcitos) on display around the historic Mesilla Plaza.
  
• Candlelight Procession (Nov 2nd): Join the solemn and beautiful procession from the Plaza to the cemetery to remember the departed.
  
• Pan de Muerto: Enjoy traditional "Bread of the Dead" following the procession.
  
• Family Fun: Stick around for the breaking of the giant piñata!
  

For more details:
Visit the official Town of Mesilla Events Page or call (575) 524-3262 ext. 116.

Rubber Duck Races. Cheer on your favorite duck and see who crosses the finish line first!

Important Admission Information: We are a cashless venue. We accept credit cards and La Union Maze Gift Cards only.

Discounts:

• 15% off: Active Military, Military Children ages 2–5, and Seniors ages 65–75. Valid ID required and discount is applied at the gate.
  
• FREE admission: Children under 2 and adults over 75.
  

• Admission: Usually $10 per vehicle, making it a great outing for the whole family.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
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• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Holiday Movie: The Rio Grande Theatre will host a special screening of “Irving Berlin's White Christmas” starting at 8:00 PM.
  
• Admission: Movie tickets are $5 per person, and theater doors will open as soon as the tree lighting concludes. 
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

*If attending, bring your own seating. On-leash pets are allowed.

More information can be found at the Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally website - mesillavalleyballoonrally.weebly.com

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.