Apodaca Park
Interactive Park Map
About the Location
Park History
Apodaca Park is a 25-acre public park in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Named after Mike Apodaca, who served as Las Cruces Mayor from 1953 to 1955, the park was dedicated in 1957.
Iconic Sculpture
The park is distinguished by its large Native American sculpture called "Dineh", which stands at the entrance. This impressive sculpture, created by Peter Wolf Toth, is 20 feet high with a diameter of five feet.
It was dedicated on August 23, 1986, to honor all Native Americans of New Mexico. The sculpture depicts a bust of an older Native American man with long hair, wearing a scarf around his head and a medallion around his neck.
Recreation Facilities
Apodaca Park features an 8-acre ballpark that occupies nearly one-third of the total park space. This ballpark serves as the home field for the Las Cruces Vaqueros baseball team.
The park also includes a 0.6-mile walking trail (1,267 steps), which is rated as grade 2 in difficulty. Multiple sports fields and courts, playground equipment, and picnic areas are available for visitors of all ages.
Location & Access
Apodaca Park is easily accessible, with public transportation available via Las Cruces Transit Route 70. The park's location near the intersection of Solano and Madrid makes it a convenient spot for local residents and visitors alike.
