Cliff Diving & Jumping in New Mexico
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New Mexico's cliff jumping is sparse but distinctive. The standout is the Blue Hole of Santa Rosa — a bell-shaped artesian spring on old Route 66, crystal clear and a steady 62°F year-round, famous for swimming, scuba, and jumps from the rim. In the Jemez Mountains, Battleship Rock and the deep pools of the East Fork Jemez River draw summer swimmers, and Navajo Lake near the Colorado border has reservoir jumping. It's a dry state, so spots are few and far between, but the ones that exist are genuinely worth the drive.
Jemez Springs2 spots
Navajo Dam1 spot
Santa Rosa1 spot
Cliff jumping in New Mexico — FAQ
What are the best cliff jumping spots in New Mexico?
The Blue Hole of Santa Rosa is the most famous. The Jemez Mountains (Battleship Rock and the East Fork Jemez River) and Navajo Lake round out the state's main spots.
Can you jump into the Blue Hole in Santa Rosa?
People do jump from the rock rim into the Blue Hole's deep, clear water, though it's primarily known for swimming and scuba. The water is cold and busy on summer weekends — scout and use caution.
Does New Mexico have good cliff jumping?
It's limited — New Mexico is dry — but the Blue Hole and the Jemez river spots are real, high-quality destinations.