Eagle Nest Fly Shack & Lodge

6/18/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

6/12/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

Due to ongoing dry conditions and declining water levels, the park is facing some serious operational challenges that could impact your next launch. The Situation: Dropping Levels and Disappearing Docks The impact of the low water levels is already visible on the shoreline. State park officials have already removed one of the courtesy docks from the water to prevent it from becoming damaged or stranded on the dry lakebed. While the main boat ramp remains open for now, its fut

6/05/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

24-hour vending machines are open, Eric’s guide spotlight, and your June hatch guide. Plus, critical Palo Flechado Pass travel alerts inside!

5/29/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

🎣 Our 24/7 Bait & Tackle Vending Machines are OPEN! Nothing hurts like waking up at 4:30 AM, or rolling in after hours in the evening, only to realize you're out of live bait or missing the right fly. We’ve got you covered! Stop by Eagle Nest Fly Shack & Lodge anytime for fresh bait, custom flies, and essential tackle. Need more? Check out our full stock of gear inside, open 7 days a week from 7 AM to 5 PM. The shop might close, but the fishing never stops! 📲 #EagleNestFl

5/22/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

5/15/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

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5/8/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

4/17/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

4/10/26 New Mexico Stocking report with Eagle Nest Lake, Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande, Rio Costilla, Valle Vidal highlighted

Eagle Nest Lake, perched at 8,200 feet in the stunning Moreno Valley of New Mexico, is more than just a scenic stop on the Enchanted Circle. It is a complex, high altitude ecosystem where cold water specialists and hardy "warm water" survivors have carved out a unique coexistence. Here is a look at the "Big Four" fish species that call these alpine waters home and how they manage to thrive together. 1. Northern Pike: The Apex Sport Fish Status: Naturally Reproducing Northern

In New Mexico, every stocked Rainbow is a Triploid a sterile fish with three sets of chromosomes. Created in hatcheries using pressure, temperature, or even specialized UV radiation, these fish don't waste energy on spawning. Instead, every calorie goes toward growth, allowing them to reach "trophy" size quickly to meet high angler demand and generous bag limits.

4/3/26 New Mexico Weekly Stocking report

New fee schedule for New Mexico Fishing Licenses and why the changes happened

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