Best Fishing Guides in New Mexico
These are the most established fishing guides in New Mexico on the Rio Grande, San Juan River, Cimarron River, ranked by profile completeness on Outguided.
Eagle Nest Fly Shack & Lodge
Eagle Nest, New Mexico
Eagle Nest Fly Shack & Lodge is a fly fishing lodge in Eagle Nest, New Mexico. Fish the Cimarron River, Red River, Rio Grande. Species include rainbow trout, brown trout, rio grande cutthroat trout, brook trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Fly Shop available.
Cutthroat Fly Fishing
Taos, New Mexico
Cutthroat Fly Fishing is a fishing guide service based in Taos, New Mexico. Guided trips run on the Cimarron River, Costilla Creek, Culebra Creek, and Diablo Creek. Primary species are trout. Contact Steve Morris to book a trip.
Corkins Lodge
Chama, New Mexico
Corkins Lodge is a fly fishing lodge in Chama, New Mexico. Fish the Brazos River, Chama River, Los Pinos River. Species include rainbow trout, brown trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
The Lodge and Ranch at Chama
Chama, New Mexico
The Lodge and Ranch at Chama is a fly fishing lodge in Chama, New Mexico. Fish the Private mountain streams, High-country lakes. Species include brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout, rio grande cutthroat trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Ed Adams Flyfishing
Questa, New Mexico
Questa, New Mexico is home to Ed Adams Flyfishing, a guide service targeting trout. They offer trips on the Cimarron River, Conejos River, Costilla Creek, and Culebra Creek.
FE Guides
Albuquerque, New Mexico
FE Guides is a fishing guide service based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Guided trips run on the Bluewater Lake, Cimarroncita Ranch, Cow Creek Ranch, and Eagle Nest Lake. Primary species are kokanee salmon, musky, pike, and trout.
The Lodge at Chama
Chama, New Mexico
The Lodge at Chama is a fly fishing lodge in Chama, New Mexico. Fish the Rio Chama, Private Lakes, Private Streams. Species include brown trout, rainbow trout, rio grande cutthroat trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Vermejo Park Ranch
Raton, New Mexico
Vermejo Park Ranch is a fly fishing lodge in Raton, New Mexico. Fish the Vermejo River, Costilla Creek, Private Lakes. Species include rainbow trout, brown trout, rio grande cutthroat trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Los Pinos Ranch
Terrero, New Mexico
Los Pinos Ranch is a fly fishing lodge in Terrero, New Mexico. Fish the Pecos River, Cow Creek, Private Waters. Species include brown trout, rainbow trout, rio grande cutthroat trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Cow Creek Ranch
Pecos, New Mexico
Cow Creek Ranch is a fly fishing lodge in Pecos, New Mexico. Fish the Cow Creek, Private ponds and lakes. Species include rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout, cutthroat trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Blue Sky Fly Fishing
Navajo Dam, New Mexico
Navajo Dam, New Mexico is home to Blue Sky Fly Fishing, a guide service targeting smallmouth bass and trout. They offer trips on the Navajo Reservoir and San Juan River. Contact Mark Nesbit to book a trip.
The Reel Life
Sante Fe, New Mexico
Run by Ivan Valdez, The Reel Life is a fishing guide service out of Sante Fe, New Mexico. They offer trips on the Corkins Lodge, Cow Creek Ranch, and Perea Lodge. Anglers can expect to pursue trout.
High Country Anglers
Ute Park, New Mexico
High Country Anglers guides anglers on the Cimarron Private Waters and Costilla Creek out of Ute Park, New Mexico. Primary species are trout. Contact Doc Thompson to book a trip.
Taos Fly Shop
Taos, New Mexico
Specializing in trout fishing, Taos Fly Shop operates out of Taos, New Mexico. Guided trips run on the Red River and Rio Grande. The shop carries gear, flies, and local water reports.
Rainbow Lodge
Navajo Dam, New Mexico
Rainbow Lodge is a fly fishing lodge in Navajo Dam, New Mexico. Fish the San Juan River. Species include rainbow trout, brown trout, cutbow trout. Lodging, Guided Fishing, Meals Included available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top fishing guides in New Mexico?+
Outguided ranks guides by profile completeness. The guides listed here have the most detailed profiles — including species, rivers, services, and contact information.
What rivers do New Mexico fishing guides operate on?+
Top rivers include the Rio Grande, San Juan River, Cimarron River, Costilla Creek, Red River. The Rio Grande has the most guides with 7 listed.
What species can I target in New Mexico?+
New Mexico guides target trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, rio grande cutthroat trout, brook trout, kokanee salmon, and more.
How does Outguided determine "best" fishing guides?+
Guides are ranked by profile completeness — those with websites, contact info, detailed species and river data appear first. This is not an editorial ranking or paid placement.