NMDGF Fishing Calendar
Welcome to our fishing calendar, posting the latest events, deadlines, and important date announcements from the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. The full department-wide calendar can be found under Home → NMDGF Calendar.
Join the New Mexico Department of Wildlife for a family-friendly day of outdoor fun, wildlife experiences and community celebration as we mark two major milestones: The completion of a decade-long renovation of the Glenwood State Fish Hatchery and the opening of the new Glenwood Allred Wildlife Management Area, a beautiful destination for birding, hiking and river [...]
A fishing day will be held for Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project at Bill Evans Lake. Families will participate in a getting-started discussion to cover fishing basics and safety. Following this, participants will assemble their rod and reel, tie hooks and learn casting techniques. Thereafter, they will bait their rigs and enjoy a wonderful day practicing [...]
The New Mexico Department of Wildlife, in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures, will host a Family Crappie Fishing Camp at Navajo Lake State Park on May 29-31, 2026. Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own fishing licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping [...]
- May9
GilaFest Celebration
May 9 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pmJoin the New Mexico Department of Wildlife for a family-friendly day of outdoor fun, wildlife
- May16
Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project — Reel the Gila
May 16 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pmA fishing day will be held for Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project at Bill Evans Lake.
- May29
Family Crappie Fishing Camp
May 29 @ 8:00 am - May 31 @ 12:00 pmThe New Mexico Department of Wildlife, in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures, will host
Quick website links for specific dates and/or waters:
- New Mexico Fishing Rules And Info
- Regulations for Specific Waters
- Trout & Salmon Regulations (includes Winter Trout Waters List)
- Warm Water Regulations