🐟 What fish can you catch in Carlsbad?

Most commonly caught species around Carlsbad , NM : Largemouth bass - 566 reported catches Rainbow trout - 273 reported catches Spotted bass - 186 reported catches Channel catfish - 165 reported catches White bass - 136 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Carlsbad fishing reports?

The latest Carlsbad , NM fishing reports are: @loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Bluegill at Lower Tonsill Lake . @pineda3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at 10238 Water Well . @loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Carlsbad . @loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Bluegill at Carlsbad Spring Number 5 . @michaelharris1983 reported a nice Channel catfish at Lower Tonsill Lake . .

Fishing in Carlsbad, NM

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Carlsbad, New Mexico?

Anglers in Carlsbad , NM recommend these top fishing spots: Lower Tonsill Lake , Carlsbad Spring Number 3 , Flat Rock Spring , Lower Transill Reservoir , Pecos River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Carlsbad?

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New Mexico, United States

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Top fish species in Carlsbad

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Bluegill

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Largemouth bass

10238 Water Well

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Largemouth bass

Lake Carlsbad

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Bluegill

Carlsbad Spring Number 5

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Channel catfish

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Channel catfish

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Channel catfish

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Channel catfish

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Largemouth bass

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Largemouth bass

Lower Tonsill Lake

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Fishing regulations in Carlsbad

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Fishing regulations in New Mexico can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 4, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Carlsbad fishing

Anglers in Carlsbad, NM recommend these top fishing spots: Lower Tonsill Lake, Carlsbad Spring Number 3, Flat Rock Spring, Lower Transill Reservoir, and Pecos River.

Most commonly caught species around Carlsbad, NM:

Largemouth bass - 566 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 273 reported catches
Spotted bass - 186 reported catches
Channel catfish - 165 reported catches
White bass - 136 reported catches

The latest Carlsbad, NM fishing reports are:

@loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Bluegill at Lower Tonsill Lake.
@pineda3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at 10238 Water Well.
@loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Carlsbad.
@loganwyatt6426 reported a nice Bluegill at Carlsbad Spring Number 5.
@michaelharris1983 reported a nice Channel catfish at Lower Tonsill Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Carlsbad, NM. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: