How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Alamogordo, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing near Alamogordo, New Mexico centers on the productive desert reservoirs and tanks scattered around the Tularosa Basin, including nearby Bonito Lake (when open), Oliver Lee area ponds, and regional waters like Elephant Butte and Grindstone Lake. Anglers target warmwater and coldwater species in an arid, high-desert setting, using versatile tactics tailored to clear water, wind, and rapid temperature swings. read more...
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Visibility:91%
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Distance to earth:395,748 kmProximity:23.4 %
Moon Phases for Alamogordo
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minor Time:02:47 am - 04:47 am
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major Time:09:36 am - 11:36 am
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minor Time:04:26 pm - 06:26 pm
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major Time:09:50 pm - 11:50 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Alamogordo
Alamogordo fishing revolves around a network of nearby mountain lakes, desert reservoirs, and small ponds scattered through southern New Mexico. While Alamogordo itself is in the high desert, anglers use it as a base to reach cool-water trout in the Sacramento Mountains and warmwater species in larger regional lakes and tanks. Clear water, strong sun, and wind are the dominant factors shaping how and when fish feed.
Seasonally, spring and fall offer the most consistent action around Alamogordo. In March–May, rising water temperatures push largemouth bass and panfish shallow in lowland ponds and regional reservoirs, where they stage on rock, brush, and reed edges. Subtle soft plastics, small spinnerbaits, and weightless stickbaits in natural shad or green pumpkin colors excel in the clear water common around the Tularosa Basin. Fall brings a second strong bite as baitfish school up and predators feed heavily; moving baits—squarebills, medium crankbaits, and swimbaits—are especially productive then.
Summer around Alamogordo is hot and bright, which pushes most gamefish into deeper or shaded structure by mid-morning. Focus your warmwater fishing at dawn, dusk, and after dark. Work points, submerged humps, and any man-made structure with Carolina rigs, football jigs, and deep-running crankbaits. For catfish, night fishing is prime: fan-cast cut bait or prepared stink baits on slip-sinker rigs to channel edges, areas with slight current, or where rocky shoreline transitions to mud. Use heavier mainline with lighter leaders to avoid re-rigging constantly around rock.
Cooler weather in late fall through early spring is prime for rainbow trout in higher-elevation lakes and stocked community ponds. Trout respond well to small spinners, in-line spoons, and 1/16–1/8 oz marabou or tube jigs on light line (4–6 lb). When fish are finicky in ultra-clear water, drift salmon eggs or corn on size 12–16 hooks, or suspend dough baits under slim, sensitive bobbers. Early and late in the day, work shallow inlets and rocky banks; as the sun climbs, slide slightly deeper to drop-offs and channel edges.
Across the Alamogordo region, habitat is a mix of rocky shorelines, sparse brush, and open basins. With fewer obvious weed beds than many states, structure and subtle depth changes are crucial. Use your electronics or a simple marker buoy system to locate points, rock piles, and ledges; most bass, walleye, and stripers will hold near these breaks, especially when wind pushes bait against them. In clear conditions, downsize line (6–10 lb fluorocarbon for finesse; 10–15 lb for moving baits) and keep colors natural. Long casts and quiet boat positioning make a noticeable difference in pressured or clear-water lakes.
Wind is a constant factor near Alamogordo. Rather than avoiding it, target wind-blown banks where baitfish stack up. Position your boat or bank angle so you can cast parallel to shore, letting crankbaits, jerkbaits, or swimbaits track along the contour. On calm, bluebird days, slow down dramatically: drag bottom-contact baits, add fluorocarbon leaders for finesse presentations, and focus on deeper structure and shade lines from cliffs or timber.
Finally, always pack sun protection and plenty of water. The combination of high elevation and desert sun can be intense, and staying comfortable lets you fish more methodically. With thoughtful timing, stealthy presentations, and a focus on structure, the diverse waters around Alamogordo, New Mexico, can produce quality trout, bass, catfish, and panfish throughout the year.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Alamogordo area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Alamogordo. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Alamogordo Water Supply Reservoir Dam - 3.50928049445km , Red Arroyo - 8.7434698199km , Fresnal Creek - 9.99140944678km , La Luz Creek - 10.17067567559km , Laborcita Arroyo - 11.40506991042km , Carter Draw - 12.16544765945km , Sabinata Flat Arroyo - 13.53033410244km , Maruche Lake - 17.23996431516km , Holloman Lake Dam - 17.82632780577km , Guilez Draw - 21.72340295063km , Garton Lake - 22.09124436114km , Mitchell Dam - 22.27667048991km , Nogal Dam Number Two - 23.18143788868km , Sacramento Lake - 23.60495840483km , White Sands Lakes - 23.75089521629km , Lightning Lake - 26.44739644698km , Tularosa Creek - 28.68767889073km , Shields Dam - 31.02074447148km , Temporal Creek - 31.15709414399km , Fireman Lake - 31.47625447916km , Foster Lake - 32.01942001755km , Silver Springs Dam - 33.24343099681km , Fifteenmile Lake - 36.55367036832km , Cooley Canyon Dam Number 2 - 36.70997410893km , Upper Rio Penasco Site One Dam - 37.46239458471km , Salinas Draw - 38.08987040417km , Three Rivers - 39.41579204391km , Turner Lake - 40.84456695266km , Silver Springs Creek - 41.2290579724km , Boone Draw - 41.58488047739km , Solon Dam - 42.07429791394km , Upper Rio Penasco Site Two Dam - 42.74059556593km , Rocky Arroyo - 42.94231501387km , Big Salt Lake - 43.04343186369km , Upper Rio Penasco Site 3a Dam - 43.83246314384km , Graveyard Dam - 43.88388245036km , Lumley Lake - 44.47944043995km , Crawford Draw - 45.27014531563km , Parker Dam - 45.50982032606km , Nahtzillee Dam - 45.54330306316km
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