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Notable lake · Mora, New Mexico

Morphy Dam

Morphy Dam is a lake in Mora, New Mexico.

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Morphy Dam: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Morphy Dam

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Morphy Dam — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.94170, -105.40057. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Morphy Dam full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Morphy Dam yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Morphy Dam?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Morphy Dam?

    Nearby: Morphy Lake State Park (lake, 0 km), Morphy Lake (lake, 0 km), Cleveland Roller Mill Museum (museum, 8 km), Hermit Peak (viewpoint, 27 km), Truchas Peak (viewpoint, 28 km), El Rito Presbyterian Church (church, 28 km).

    Is Morphy Dam worth visiting?

    Morphy Dam is listed as a notable lake in New Mexico on Spotwander.