Willard, NM Fishing Trip — February
Your Willard, NM Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 32°F0.1" rain · 1 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in February
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
February Weather in Willard
60°F
Avg High
32°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
1 Guide Near Willard
No guides are based in Willard, 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.
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit