Hiking and other day-use activities are still available to the public

Eagle Nest, NM – The State Parks Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department announces that Eagle Nest Lake is closed to boating and ice-fishing effective immediately.

Recent weather conditions have led to unsafe lake surface conditions. Ice is forming over portions of the lake, but not to the extent needed to allow safe conditions for ice fishing. The lake is also off limits to all watercraft, including canoes, kayaks, inflatables, and all types of motorboats. Staff will continue to monitor conditions and will advise when the lake is open for ice fishing.

The park will remain open for day-use access, including hiking along several beautiful trails. For updated lake conditions call (575) 377-1594 or visit our website at https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/ and click on “Find a Park” or “State Park Alerts.”

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 at https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/.