Kayak Fishing in New Mexico
Explore 74 kayak fishing launch points across New Mexico. Find boat ramps, water conditions, and directions.
Elephant Butte Lake State Park - Dam Site
New Mexico · ~0 mi from Elephant Butte
Conchas Lake State Park - Southside Recreation Area
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Conchas Dam
Eagle Nest State Park
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Eagle Nest
Eagle Nest State Park
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Eagle Nest
Cochiti Lake
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Cochiti Lake
Escondida Lake
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Polvadera
Lake Farmington
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Flora Vista
Ute Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~1 mi from Logan
Cochiti Lake - Tetilla Peak
New Mexico · ~2 mi from Cochiti Lake
Lake Carlsbad
New Mexico · ~2 mi from Carlsbad
Ute Lake Ste Park
New Mexico · ~2 mi from Logan
Fenton Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Jemez Springs
Santa Cruz Lake
New Mexico · ~2 mi from Chimayo
Elephant Butte Lake State Park - Marina Del Sur
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Elephant Butte
Green Meadow Lake
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Hobbs
Ute Lake State Park - Eagle Point
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Logan
Ute Lake State Park - Ute Lake Marina
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Logan
Cove Campground
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Conchas Dam
Navajo Lake State Park - Navajo Lake Marina
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Navajo Dam
Conchas Lake State Park - North
New Mexico · ~3 mi from Conchas Dam
Bluewater Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Prewitt
Mescalero Lake
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Ruidoso
Bluewater Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Prewitt
Morphy Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Cleveland
Springer Lake
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Springer
Morgan Lake
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Fruitland
Navajo Lake State Park - Sims Marina
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Navajo Dam
Storrie Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~5 mi from Las Vegas
Brantley Lake State Park - Brantley Lake Road
New Mexico · ~5 mi from Lakewood
Brantley Lake State Park - Seven Rivers
New Mexico · ~5 mi from Lakewood
Avalon Lake
New Mexico · ~6 mi from Carlsbad
Elephant Butte Lake State Park - Rock Canyon Marina
New Mexico · ~6 mi from Elephant Butte
McAllister Lake
New Mexico · ~6 mi from Las Vegas
Caballo Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~6 mi from Derry
Heron Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~6 mi from Los Ojos
Heron Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Los Ojos
Santa Rosa State Park
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Santa Rosa
Maloya Lake
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Raton
Bowl Lake
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Red Valley
Caballo Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Derry
Charette Lake
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Miami
Mundo Lake
New Mexico · ~7 mi from Dulce
El Vado Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~9 mi from Los Ojos
La Jara Lake
New Mexico · ~9 mi from Dulce
Bear Canyon Reservoir
New Mexico · ~4 mi from Mimbres
El Vado Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~10 mi from Los Ojos
Elephant Butte Lake State Park - South Monticello
New Mexico · ~11 mi from Elephant Butte
Abiquiu Lake
New Mexico · ~5 mi from Canones
Clayton Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~11 mi from Clayton
Enbom Lake
New Mexico · ~11 mi from Dulce
Lake Roberts
New Mexico · ~11 mi from Fort Bayard
Sumner Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~13 mi from Yeso
Sumner Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~13 mi from Yeso
Sumner Lake State Park
New Mexico · ~13 mi from Yeso
Stone Lake
New Mexico · ~14 mi from Dulce
Stone Lake
New Mexico · ~14 mi from Dulce
Quemado Lake
New Mexico · ~15 mi from Pie Town
Snow Lake
New Mexico · ~18 mi from Glenwood
Bataan Lake
New Mexico
Bill Evans Lake
New Mexico
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I go kayak fishing in New Mexico?
New Mexico has 74 kayak fishing locations listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, reservoirs.
Do I need a fishing license to kayak fish in New Mexico?
Yes, New Mexico requires a valid fishing license for kayak fishing. License requirements and fees vary. Check New Mexico's fish and wildlife agency for current regulations, season dates, and any special permits for certain bodies of water.
What are the best kayak fishing spots in New Mexico?
The best kayak fishing spots in New Mexico depend on what species you're targeting. Browse our 74 listings below to find locations with the right water type, launch access, and amenities for your trip.