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Lake Roberts Recreation Area

Lake Roberts is a man-made lake of about 70 acres in size and maximum depth of 35 feet. It is located within the Wilderness Ranger District along New Mexico Highway 35. It can be accessed via New Mexico Highway 35 or New Mexico Highway 15. New Mexico Highway 15 is a narrow, paved, winding road that may not be suitable for trucks with trailers. It offers campgrounds, picnic areas, a boat launch, and hiking trails.

Photo of a campsite with picnic table, fire ring, and grill overlooking Lake Roberts and forested mountain scenery
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Mesa campground provides a nice view of Lake Roberts.

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Lake Roberts offers some good fishing opportunities for rainbow trout and catfish.

Popular campground in the Lake Roberts Recreation Area.

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Popular picnic area on the shores of Lake Roberts. Ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating and viewing wildlife and scenery. Great place for family gatherings.

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Located on the top of a hill overlooking Lake Roberts, approximately 25 miles from Mimbres, NM.

View of Lake Roberts Boat Launch, with many vehciles and people visible on a busy day
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Small boat launch at Lake Roberts for non-motorized boats and boats with electric motors and a fishing dock accessible for people with disabilities.

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Trailhead for Purgatory Chasm Trail #779 loop.

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Trailhead for Pictograph Nature Trail Trail #800 (also referred to as Spirit Canyon Trail).

Last updated May 22nd, 2025