Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip — August
Your Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 92°F / Low 68°F0.3" rain · 2 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
August Weather in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
92°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
1 Guide Near Los Ranchos de Albuquerque
No guides are based in Los Ranchos de 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
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
In waters where largemouth and smallmouth bass also occur, the daily bag limit is for all three species in aggregate.
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.
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.