Best fishing near Embudo
16 fishing spots · 16 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Embudo, New Mexico — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 16 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
W⛰
#1
Windsor Creek
Good
31.0 mi away
· Water 51°F· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 48°F · 5 mph wind
Why 63: live conditions (good)
63Solid
C⛰
#2
Cowles Ponds
Good
31.7 mi away
· Water 51°F· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 48°F · 5 mph wind
Why 63: live conditions (good)
63Solid
R⛰
#3
Rio Trampas Fishing
Fair
16.7 mi away
· Water 68°F · warming for trout· Stained · 55 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Rio Trampas Fishing area in New Mexico is a great spot for fly fishing enthusiasts. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and…
Why 55: live conditions (fair)
55Solid
R⛰
#4
Rio Fernando Fishing
Good
18.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 54°F · 10 mph wind
The Rio Fernando Fishing area in New Mexico, USA is a popular destination for anglers looking to catch rainbow and brown trout. Other fish species present in the area include…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
R⛰
#5
Rio Grande Fishing
Good
28.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 47°F · 5 mph wind
The Rio Grande Fishing area in New Mexico, USA, offers anglers a diverse range of fish species including brown trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and smallmouth bass. This…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
R⛰
#6
Rio Chama Fishing
Good
37.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 56°F · 5 mph wind
The Rio Chama Fishing area in New Mexico is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. The river is teeming with various fish species such as brown and rainbow trout, channel…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
R⛰
#7
Rio Nutritas Fishing
Good
39.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 41°F
Rio Nutritas Fishing area is a popular fishing spot located in New Mexico, USA, that offers excellent opportunities for anglers. The river is home to a variety of fish species…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
C⛰
#8
Cowles Ponds Fishing Site
31.7 mi away
Cowles Ponds Fishing Site is a great fishing area located in New Mexico, USA. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
R⛰
#9
Red River Fishing
Good
39.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
The Red River is a popular fishing area in New Mexico, USA. It is known for its trout fishing, with the most prevalent species being rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. Other…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
T⛰
#10
Trampas Lakes Fishing
Good
20.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 58°F · 5 mph wind
Trampas Lakes Fishing in New Mexico is a fantastic spot for fishing enthusiasts. The area is home to several species of fish, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
R⛰
#11
Rio Chiquito Fishing
Good
15.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 10 mph wind
Rio Chiquito Fishing in New Mexico is a fantastic destination for fishing enthusiasts. The area is full of various fish species, including Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout. The…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
E⛰
#12
El Rito Creek Fishing
Good
25.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
El Rito Creek is a great fishing destination located in Northwestern New Mexico, USA. It is known for its clear and cold waters that host various fish species, including rainbow…
Why 45: live conditions (good)
45Rated
C⛰
#13
Columbine Creek Fishing
Good
34.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Columbine Creek Fishing is a beautiful fishing area located in the heart of New Mexico, USA. This area is known for its serene surroundings and abundance of fish species…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
H⛰
#14
Hidden Lakes Fishing
Good
39.8 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Clear · 41°F
The Hidden Lakes Fishing area in New Mexico is a premier fishing destination for anglers of all levels. This fishing area is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
R⛰
#15
Rio Vallecitos Fishing
Good
16.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 51°F · 5 mph wind
Rio Vallecitos Fishing area is a great destination for fly fishing enthusiasts in northern New Mexico. The area is situated in the Carson National Forest and offers breathtaking…
Why 41: live conditions (good)
41Rated
Fishing near Embudo
The Embudo area has 16 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Embudo
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
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