Chama, NM Fishing Trip — August
Your Chama, NM Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 52°F1.4" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
5 species
GoodFlathead Catfish
Various
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
August Weather in Chama
78°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
17 Guides Near Chama
No guides are based in Chama, 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
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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
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
In waters where catfish limits are in place, only one may be over 30 inches.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
In waters where catfish limits are in place, only one may be over 30 inches.
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.