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| Enjoy the
many hiking trails throughout the Gila wilderness or forge your own trail.
The Gila National
Forest has hundreds of miles of trails for hikers, horseback riders, mountain
bikers and motor sports enthusiasts. The Gila's trails will lead you from
the edge of the Chihuahuan desert to the brink of alpine tundra through
some of the most spectacular scenery in the Southwest.
They say, besides
the beautiful wildlife, treasure is hidden in these hills! |
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| Lake Roberts is stocked with tender Trout and
fat Catfish as well as Bass and a few other delicious fish. Catch
Big Bertha and win a cash prize!
We have boats for rent at the store. |
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| Hummingbirds arrive in March! Come watch Joan
Day Martin band the various new arrivals. By summertime there will be thousands
of the arobatic jeweled visitors.
In the fall and winter, enjoy watching the Bald
Eagles at the lake and spot the many species of birds who inhabit our mountain
paridise.
Approximately 340 bird species have been sighted
in the Gila. Of these, 166 species are known to breed on the forest, 114
are more-or-less regular non-breeders, and 57 are considered to be casual
or accidental. The numerous species of birds found is largely related to
the diverse ecological habitat found on the Gila and location on a migratory
flight path. The Gila Bird Check List
is available as an Adobe PDF for your convience..
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| One of NM s most popular monuments is just a
short drive away from our cabins on Rt. 15. The Gila Cliff Dwellings
are the remains of an ancient Indian Civilization, the Anasazzi, as well
as the birth place of the fierce Indian chieftain, Geronimo. Tours
and Information are offered daily at the visitors center.
The Mimbres ( Willow People) inhabited the area
over 1000 years ago. Their black and white pottery mark ancient burial
sites throughout the Gila. Although the pottery is highly sought after
for its monetary value our local archeologists have asked all who discover
their sites to contact the State Archeology Dept. so we may preserve the
history of this facinating culture.
The 'Warm Springs' Apache warrior Geronimo is
said to have roamed these mountains since birth and found refuge here from
the pursuing army. The birth site of Geroniom is only a few miles
away from the Lake Roberts Cabins & General Store. |
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| Mountain Biking is popular whether or not you
are a professional entered in The Tour of the Gila or a hardy amateur athlete
enjoying the mountain scenery. Our cabin elevation of 6300 feet begins
a biking workout you will never forget.
The Tour
of the Gila is ranked as one of the most grueling stage races in North
America. The Tour of the Gila generally attracts 500 to 600
participants and is considered the US version of the the Tour de France. |
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| On a clear night in the Gila you feel like you
can reach up and touch the stars. Planets, constellations and stars
are visible to the naked eye, as well as strange lights and objects some
call UFOs.
Our clear, dark skies offer our guests excellent
viewing year-round. Fall, winter, and spring months are the best times
for deep-sky viewing. The dark skys of the Gila allow you to view the wonders
of the Milky Way with a clarity found today only a very few places in the
United States.
If you are traveling south on I-25, stop at "
The very Large Array" where our scientists are hoping to contact extraterrestrial
life.
ET can't phone home here - your cells will not
work. |
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| The Gila is a place to ride surrounded by nature
and all it offers.. If you are a photographer, a hunter or just here to
enjoy the mountain, there are many outfitters in the area who will guide
you on a spectacular adventure. |
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| A number of hot springs occur within the boundaries
of the Gila National Forest. The temperature of the water in each spring
varies as well as the size of the pool(s) formed by the spring. Often the
springs occur in close proximity to streams and rivers. |
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For additional information about activities
in the Gila National Forest,
please visit the USDA Forest Service website
for the Gila National Forest.
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