Saturday, September 27, 2014 is National Hunting and Fishing Day and Free Fishing Day throughout New Mexico. No fishing license is required to fish public waters in the Jemez Mountains. All other fishing rules and regulations apply.

And, just in time (Tuesday, September 23rd)  NMDGF has stocked Fenton Lake with over 2200 catchable sized Rainbow Trout. Fenton has been stocked with about 3700 fish in the last three weeks.  Along with the stockers, the lake also holds a nice population of resident Browns and more than a few Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout. Most other waters throughout the Jemez have been recently stocked as well. Check out the stocking report for more detailed information. Fenton Lake, Rio Cebolla, Rio de Las Vacas, and the upper Jemez River will offer the best fishing opportunities this weekend.

San Antonio Campground

The campgrounds are still open and the forest is in great condition. Come on up this weekend and enjoy what is probably the best time of the year to be in the Jemez. Less people, less bugs, better fishing and fabulous weather…plus no fishing license required on Saturday.