Mesa
Open — Generally operational from mid-March through December as weather allows. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. Limited to 14 consecutive days per stay.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the s
Small Business Timber Sale 5-year Recomputation
Under provisions of the Small Business Timber Sale Program, Forest Service and Small Business Administration (SBA) policies provide for recomputation of the small business share of National Forest timber sale offerings every five years.
Quemado Lake Closure
Quemado Lake and nearby recreation areas are closed due to harmful algal blooms. See full alert for more information.
Harmful algae detected in Quemado and Snow lakes
The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to use caution at Quemado Lake, Snow Lake, and Hopewell Lake due to the formation of harmful algae blooms.
Gila National Forest to begin prescribed fires
Gila National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this fall, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through the spring as weather conditions allow.
About
Mesa Campground provides a scenic retreat perched on a mesa above Lake Roberts in the Gila National Forest. Nestled among juniper and pinon trees, the campground features sites along the bluff with excellent views of the 70-acre lake below. The facility offers 24 campsites, with 12 sites equipped with water and electric hookups for RVs and trailers. The campground provides modern amenities including heated restrooms with flush toilets, potable water, picnic tables, grills, and garbage facilities. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. The maximum RV length is 32 feet for most sites, though two sites can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Located within the Lake Roberts Recreation Area, the campground is popular among birders due to migrating birds in the campground and waterfowl on the lake. Lake Roberts offers fishing opportunities and is approximately two miles from the campground. The area serves as a convenient base for exploring the Gila National Forest and is within easy driving distance of historic Silver City. A 14-day stay limit applies to all sites.
Directions
From Silver City, follow U.S. Highway 180 east approximately 9 miles to New Mexico Highway 152, turning left onto Highway 152 for about 15 miles to New Mexico Highway 35. Turn left/north on Highway 35, following it for 25 miles to Lake Roberts, following the sign for Mesa Campground. Turn left into the signed campground. Note: New Mexico Highway 152 between San Lorenzo and Kingston has steep grades and tight turns. Trucks without retarder brakes and/or longer than 40 feet are prohibited on this section.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 536-2250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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