Aztec, NM Fishing Trip — May

Your Aztec, NM Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 47°F1.1" rain · 4 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Aztec

74°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

10 Guides Near Aztec

No guides are based in Aztec, 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 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.

Buy License Online — New Mexico

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:20-inch minimum

Only one striped bass may be over 24 inches in length.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:20-inch minimum

Only one hybrid striped bass may be over 24 inches in length.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules.

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