Blue Hole
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Popular scuba diving spot in an artisan-fed quarry that measures approximately 60 feet in diameter and 80 feet in depth.
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- ExplorerRUs24 contributionsSmall but fun natural spring water hole to look, free swim or scuba dive. No fees!This was a short stop along route 66/I 40 between Albuquerque and Amarillo. This natural blue Spring hole was cool to see. It is 81 feet deep and 60 feet in diameter. Water is clear and cold at 60°. You can wade in water from the steps down or jump in to swim or scuba dive. No lifeguards so swim at your own risk. Small restrooms are nearby. No running water in sink. Parking lot was not paved so mostly dirt grass. No picnic tables or seating other than on the rock walls surrounding the hole.Visited May 2023Traveled with familyWritten May 21, 2023
- Piero CAnnapolis, Maryland527 contributionsSurprise dipThis unexpectedly charming local spot won me over completely. Santa Rosa itself is a dusty town killed by Covid bankruptcies, but the general depression is lifted by the way the locals gather at this swimming hole, for beanbag tossing tournaments, dancing to live ranchero music, and of course, the Blue Hole, a surprisingly deep and refreshingly cold place for a dip, or even scuba diving. A natural anomaly, it’s well worth a stop.Visited July 2023Traveled with familyWritten July 31, 2023
- melwashere81Cleveland, Texas1,206 contributionsSuch a vibrant blue!This place was recommended to us by a local, so we stopped to check it out. They were charging $10 for parking and more if you wanted a wristband to swim at the park. We told them we just wanted to see the blue hole and take a few pictures so they didn't charge us anything. It is so beautiful!!! I really wasn't prepared for just how vibrant blue the water really is. It was a Saturday afternoon and really crowded, but I was able to snap some nice pics. Had it not been so crowded, I might have gone swimming. The water was that inviting. I definitely recommend a stop here if you're in the area.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 5, 2023
- Marietta HBranson, Missouri179 contributionsThe blue lagoonWhile dining at the Comet II, a loca suggested we swing by to see the Blue Hole. Today was a local craft fair and biker rally with live music. There was no entrance fee today, so we wandered around for a bit. The water looked clear and refreshing. Would have loved to take a dip but didn’t have time. Would definitely recommend if you are staying in the area, especially with kids. Next to the Blue hole is a small lake that has an amazing water park made up of huge inflatable obstacles.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 9, 2023
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Rochelle F
Randolph, NJ1,046 contributions
Nov 2020
During our long drive cross country, we are always looking for stops to stretch and see different things. There is not much in Santa Rosa but we went to the Blue Hole for a look. That day, there were divers (they teach scuba there) even though it was quite cool to be in the water.
We chatted with some locals who told us that this underground pool feeds from the river and flows all the way from Canada (cool factoid). We looked, took a short walk and headed back to the highway.
We chatted with some locals who told us that this underground pool feeds from the river and flows all the way from Canada (cool factoid). We looked, took a short walk and headed back to the highway.
Written February 21, 2021
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melwashere81
Cleveland, TX1,206 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This place was recommended to us by a local, so we stopped to check it out. They were charging $10 for parking and more if you wanted a wristband to swim at the park. We told them we just wanted to see the blue hole and take a few pictures so they didn't charge us anything. It is so beautiful!!! I really wasn't prepared for just how vibrant blue the water really is. It was a Saturday afternoon and really crowded, but I was able to snap some nice pics. Had it not been so crowded, I might have gone swimming. The water was that inviting. I definitely recommend a stop here if you're in the area.
Written September 5, 2023
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Skip_N_Bud
Ozark Acres, AR60 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Today, it was close to closing time on a cool day in late April. There we a few people there when we arrived, but the place was still so peaceful and serene. The water is amazingly clear. The people that live in the small town of Santa Rosa, NM are lucky to have this treasure in their midst.
Written April 25, 2022
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Marietta H
Branson, MO179 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
While dining at the Comet II, a loca suggested we swing by to see the Blue Hole. Today was a local craft fair and biker rally with live music. There was no entrance fee today, so we wandered around for a bit. The water looked clear and refreshing. Would have loved to take a dip but didn’t have time. Would definitely recommend if you are staying in the area, especially with kids. Next to the Blue hole is a small lake that has an amazing water park made up of huge inflatable obstacles.
Written September 9, 2023
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Randy Thompson
Plano, TX402 contributions
Sep 2020
Given there is not a lot to do in Santa Rosa, if you have a few extra minutes drop by the blue hole. In better times, this natural spring was full of west Texas scuba divers getting their certifications. It is mostly abandoned now but you can still walk to it and give a look inside.
Written September 22, 2020
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Chris L
Albuquerque, NM1,565 contributions
Sep 2020
We knew ahead of time this place was closed, but I had heard about it and wanted to see it. Located right in town, it looked like it would be a refreshing place! The water was a beautiful blue and there was a diving board. Only about 80 feet in diameter, one imagines it gets crowded on a hot day! Plenty of parking around it. Hopefully we'll be able to return and jump in someday.
Written September 17, 2020
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MNice
Bloomington, MN2,684 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
We weren’t going there try to find every small attraction on the Mother Road, but Santa Rosa was our first stop after traversing the pre-1939 section from Santa Fe. We were at the local park on Business 40 and we noticed the sign for the Blue Hole which we had briefly read about the previous night. We traveled just a couple blocks to the Blue Hole and really understood the travels at a time when cars had no air conditioning and a flat tire was almost guaranteed. The Hole is actually quite deep and is actually blue. It was a great diversion and fired us up to find more treasures along the route.
Written November 3, 2021
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Piero C
Annapolis, MD527 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
This unexpectedly charming local spot won me over completely. Santa Rosa itself is a dusty town killed by Covid bankruptcies, but the general depression is lifted by the way the locals gather at this swimming hole, for beanbag tossing tournaments, dancing to live ranchero music, and of course, the Blue Hole, a surprisingly deep and refreshingly cold place for a dip, or even scuba diving. A natural anomaly, it’s well worth a stop.
Written July 31, 2023
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ExplorerRUs
24 contributions
May 2023 • Family
This was a short stop along route 66/I 40 between Albuquerque and Amarillo. This natural blue Spring hole was cool to see. It is 81 feet deep and 60 feet in diameter. Water is clear and cold at 60°. You can wade in water from the steps down or jump in to swim or scuba dive. No lifeguards so swim at your own risk. Small restrooms are nearby. No running water in sink. Parking lot was not paved so mostly dirt grass. No picnic tables or seating other than on the rock walls surrounding the hole.
Written May 21, 2023
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M J
Austin, TX7,990 contributions
Jul 2021
Do not make the mistake that my husband and I made. We were looking for Blue Hole and found Park Lake. We thought we were at Blue Hole. When we got home from our trip to New Mexico, we discovered our error. Blue Hole and Park Lake are very close together. We did not see any road signs to show us the way. I wanted to see Blue Hole so bad. Oh, well.
Written August 2, 2021
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What are the balls on top of the water?
Robert C
Colorado Springs, CO67 contributions
Marker buoys. Beneath them are platforms at various levels, used for SCUBA training.
BigMike amarillo
Amarillo, TX1 contribution
Is the water drinkable?
travelady56
Alamogordo, NM97 contributions
I have no idea.
Would it be safe for 2 3 and 6 year olds? Or is it just a deep hole with no beach low level water areas?
Safariholic
Horsham, UK2,000 contributions
With kids of that age - Simple.
Don't go near it. Look only.
momto4redheads
Austin, TX39 contributions
Can you pull in with a 5th wheel? RV parking?
Jkm
2 contributions
Yes, there is definitely room for RV parking.
What are the ages for this?
deweyrivera4
Twin Falls, ID7 contributions
Any age can go. There is not always a lifeguard on duty.
Can you camp there?
James P
Oklahoma City, OK86 contributions
No, it is a city park
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- Hotels near Blue Hole:
- (0.91 mi) La Mesa Motel
- (0.39 mi) Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Rosa
- (0.46 mi) La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Rosa
- (1.45 mi) Best Western Santa Rosa Inn
- (0.39 mi) Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Rosa
- Restaurants near Blue Hole:
- (0.35 mi) Santa Fe Grill
- (0.38 mi) Sun & Sand
- (0.56 mi) Chico's Tortas y Pinas Lokas
- (0.86 mi) Comet II Drive In & Restaurant
- (0.59 mi) Joseph's Bar and Grill