Santa Rosa, NM Fishing Trip — August
Your Santa Rosa, NM Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 91°F / Low 65°F0.8" rain · 6 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Santa Rosa
91°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
0.8"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
1 Guide Near Santa Rosa
No guides are based in Santa Rosa, 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
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
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.