December 1, 2025 - January 2, 2026
Celebrate the holiday season by decorating the trails at Roper Lake State Park!
READ MOREADOT is completing a pavement rehabilitation project on US 70 with a completion date of spring 2026. Stay up-to-date here.
The East Mesa day-use area will have limited access and potential closures Monday-Friday from November 3-14, 2025. The area will be an active construction zone from the parking area to the fishing platform at the shoreline.
About Roper Lake State Park
Roper Lake State Park is located 6 miles south of Safford in Graham County in southeast Arizona and sits at the base of Mt. Graham. There are three different campgrounds for lakeside camping as well as fishing, bird watching and water activities. This park is home to a large variety of bird species, offers great seasonal fishing, and is within close proximity to one of Arizona's most beautiful "Sky Island" mountain ranges. Comfy camping cabins dot the shoreline, and neighboring Dankworth Pond State Park offers hiking trails and more water access.
Explore Roper Lake
Programs & Events
January 1, 2026
9 a.m.
Join us for a hike along the Mariah Mesa Trail to explore plants, wildlife, and geology of the area.
READ MOREOngoing Programs
New ongoing events and programs are added to the park calendar each month. Check back right here for the latest ongoing activities for Roper Lake State Park.
Park and Facility Hours
Park is open year-round. Gate closes at 9 p.m. and will reopen in the morning.
Day Use Hours
6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Visitor Center/Park Store
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday-Sunday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hours may vary depending on staffing
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving: 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christmas: Closed
Park Entrance Fee
Per vehicle (1 person): $10.00
Per vehicle (2-4 people): $20.00
Individual/bicycle: $5.00
