The derby coincides with New Mexico’s Free Fishing Day, so licenses are not required.

Lake Roberts is located in the Wilderness Ranger District along NM 35. It can be accessed via NM 35 or NM 15. NM 15 is a narrow paved, winding road that may not be suitable for trucks with trailers, advise using NM 35 instead. Gaia GPS Coordinates ..36.26067 -105.83077.