Just East of Alpine nearly to the New Mexico border is a 75 acre beautiful lake at close to 8,000 feet elevation. It’s home to huge herds of elk, turkey, and a variety of waterfowl.

Campers, bicyclists, fishermen, four-wheelers, and hunters flock to the respite. It’s just off Highway 191, otherwise known as the Coronado Trail National Scenic Byway, which follows the trail of the explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado, who in 1540 sought the fabled “Seven Cities of Cibola”.

Wildflowers abound during the summer following monsoon rains, attracting birds, butterflies and other flying pollenators.

The Wildlife area provides a riparian area enjoyed by osprey, bald eagle, weasels, and tree frogs.

Whatever your allure, Luna Lake offers a little bit of everything for anyone who enjoys the outdoors and nature.