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New Mexico
Cabresto Lake
Conditions: Blocked
for lake fishing, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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problem: Agency alerts
15 active alerts in Carson National Forest; most severe: Current Wildfire Activity
USFSPosted Aug 7 · checked 4 h ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 46°F / low 46°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for lake fishing
OpenWeather4 h ago
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Cabresto Lake
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Cabresto Lake is a small, scenic high-country reservoir in the Carson National Forest above Questa, offering a quality alpine fishing experience for rainbow and cutthroat trout. The lake is accessible via a forest road and short trail, making it a rewarding destination for anglers willing to make the drive into the mountains. Fly fishing from the bank or a float tube is the preferred method, with dry flies and small nymphs producing well.
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