Eagle Nest, NM – The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, State Parks Division announces that Eagle Nest Lake is closed to boating and ice-fishing due to recent weather conditions that have led to unsafe lake surface conditions. The lake is currently closed to all watercraft including canoes, kayaks, inflatables, and all types of motorboats. Ice is forming over portions of the lake, but not to the extent needed to facilitate safe conditions for ice fishing. State Park staff will continue monitoring ice conditions and will advise when the lake is safe for ice fishing.

While boat ramp access is closed, the park is open for day-use access for New Mexico residents only. Hiking trails remain open at the park. For updated lake conditions visit the park’s webpage at http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/eaglenestlakestatepark.htmlor call the park office at (575) 377-1594.

For more information about fishing in northeastern New Mexico, please contact the Department of Game and Fish office in Raton at (505) 445-2311 or visit their website, www.wildlife.state.nm.us.