🐟 What fish can you catch in Shiprock?

Most commonly caught species around Shiprock , NM : Largemouth bass - 2,664 reported catches Channel catfish - 137 reported catches Rainbow trout - 114 reported catches Spotted bass - 90 reported catches Bluegill - 78 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Shiprock fishing reports?

The latest Shiprock , NM fishing reports are: @isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake . @isaacdinning reported a nice Channel catfish at Morgan Lake . @isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake . @isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake . @landyntorres reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake . .

Fishing in Shiprock, NM

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

Anglers in Shiprock , NM recommend these top fishing spots: Morgan Lake , San Juan River .

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

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Q: What's the biggest Rainbow trout caught in Shiprock?

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Shiprock , NM was a 4 ft / 2.2 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @jaker505 at Jackson Ditch on March 9, 2016 .

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Top fish species in Shiprock

Latest Shiprock fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Channel catfish

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

17 in · 2 lb 6 oz

Common carp

Morgan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Morgan Lake

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Spotted bass

Morgan Lake

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Fishing regulations in Shiprock

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

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 Largemouth bass as of May 7th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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Open

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14"

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Trophy Bass Waters - 2 per day

Largemouth bass, 14 inches or longer. Bill Evans, Clayton Lake and Lake Roberts.

Lake Roberts, Clayton Lake and Bill Evans Lake are Trophy Bass Waters. These fisheries provide ideal conditions for largemouth bass weighing five pounds or more. Since these lakes are small, in order to maintain sustainable trophy fisheries the bag limit for largemouth bass is reduced. Legal length is a minimum size of 14 inches. Spearfishing and bow fishing for largemouth bass in these lakes is prohibited.

For more information please see https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/fishing/game-fish/regulations-specific-waters/

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

36°47′32.6″N 108°42′1.8″W

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FAQ about Shiprock fishing

Anglers in Shiprock, NM recommend these top fishing spots: Morgan Lake and San Juan River.

Most commonly caught species around Shiprock, NM:

Largemouth bass - 2,664 reported catches
Channel catfish - 137 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 114 reported catches
Spotted bass - 90 reported catches
Bluegill - 78 reported catches

The latest Shiprock, NM fishing reports are:

@isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake.
@isaacdinning reported a nice Channel catfish at Morgan Lake.
@isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake.
@isaacdinning reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake.
@landyntorres reported a nice Largemouth bass at Morgan Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Shiprock, 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:

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Shiprock, NM was a 4 ft / 2.5 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @jaker505 at Jackson Lake on June 19, 2016.

The biggest Channel catfish (by length) reported in Shiprock, NM was a 3 ft / 18 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @rleeiii at Jackson Lake on July 2, 2016.

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Shiprock, NM was a 4 ft / 2.2 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @jaker505 at Jackson Ditch on March 9, 2016.