Moriarty, NM Fishing Trip — February
Your Moriarty, NM Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 58°F / Low 29°F0" rain · 0 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in February
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
FairFlathead Catfish
Various
February Weather in Moriarty
58°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
0"
Rainfall
0
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 Guide Near Moriarty
No guides are based in Moriarty, 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
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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.
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.