Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip — December
Your Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 35°F0.6" rain · 4 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
LowGila Trout
Various
LowApache Trout
Various
December Weather in Albuquerque
55°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 Guide Near Albuquerque
No guides are based in Albuquerque, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
New Mexico Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$56
Requirements
Required for ages 12+. Habitat stamp and habitat improvement validation included.
Species Regulations
Gila Trout
Season:Varies by location
Bag Limit:Varies by location
Size Limit:Varies by location
Fishing for Gila Trout in New Mexico is highly regulated, with specific rules for different streams and areas. Check the current regulations before fishing.
Apache Trout
Season:Varies by location
Bag Limit:Varies by location; often 0 in certain areas
Size Limit:Varies by location
Check specific regulations for the water you intend to fish as many areas are catch-and-release only to protect this threatened species.