Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge
(http://www.fws.gov/refuge...) is just south of town and adjoins a larger state wildlife preserve. there are viewing platforms and a few short trails. best visited in late fall and early spring, when migratory birds are passing through; winter can be bleak and summer hot, and the resident population of wildlife isn't as great as the number of seasonal transients. entry to the refuge as well as mcallister lake are free.
Montezuma Hot Springs
are located five miles north of Las Vegas on NM 65 Hot Spring Blvd. Located on the property of the Armand Hammer United World College of the American West, these hot springs are open to the public. Do not enter the college proper but look for the pull offs along NM 65.
Lake McAllister
is a state preserve nestled in the middle of the Las Vegas Wildlife Refuge. Seasonal fishing is available as well as limited dispersed camping during fishing season. Inquire locally for fishing conditions.
Storrie Lake
is located four miles north of town on NM 518 7th Street. This 80 acre park is full-service with showers, RV dump station, marina, and overnight camping. It is well known regionally for its windsurfing and windsurfers are a common sight on the lake during spring, summer, and fall. There is an entry fee to the park as well as a charge for overnight camping.