Crews to cut hazard trees and other vegetation ahead of fishing derby
Mimbres, NM, June 2, 2025—Lake Roberts Boat Launch and the adjacent picnic area will be temporarily closed for public safety on Thursday, June 5, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Crews from Gila National Forest, Wilderness Ranger District will cut hazard trees near the parking area and trim back excess vegetation in preparation for Saturday's Aldo Leopold Kids' Fishing Derby.
"This fun, annual fishing derby is a favorite of Gila National Forest staff and families across Grant County," said Wilderness District Ranger Brian Stultz. "We look forward to seeing everyone this weekend!"
On Saturday, June 7, the annual fishing derby begins at 7:00 a.m. and wraps up at noon. Event activities will be set up in the peninsula area east of the boat launch, rendering it unavailable for parking. Parking at the boat launch will be limited and preferably left available for people with disabilities or trailer turnaround. Visitors are also asked to refrain from parking along the narrow roadway to the boat launch, as to keep clear access available for emergency vehicles. Ample parking for participants is available in the day use picnic area. A path will be cleared to ensure ease of pedestrian access between the picnic area and lake shoreline.
