Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip — May

Your Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 54°F0.9" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Gila TroutExcellent
Gila Trout
Various
Apache TroutExcellent
Apache Trout
Various

May Weather in Albuquerque

78°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
0.9"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 Guide Near Albuquerque

No guides are based in Albuquerque, but these guides operate nearby.

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Albuquerque

Activities for your non-fishing days

New Mexico Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$56
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Habitat stamp and habitat improvement validation included.

Buy License Online — New Mexico

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.

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