San Juan River Fishing Regulations The first 3.75 miles below the dam is designated a special trout water. Only flies and artificial lures are allowed with a single barbless hook. The first quarter mile downstream from the dam to the cable hole is catch and release only.  Aztec Anglers wants to stress catch and release practices and please pinch your barbs and wet your hands before handling the fish.  Please expedite your pictures and make sure to resuscitate the fish appropriately. Starting in 2008 the NMGF has enacted a two fly maximum rule effective for the San Juan River.  All flies must be barbless. The river is open to fishing 365 days per year, 24 hours a day. A New Mexico fishing license is required for everyone over 12 years old. Licenses can be purchased on the river before the start of your trip.  If you book a Lodging & Fishing Package you can purchase your license at Rizuto's  Fly Shop in your lodge.  You can also get them in Farmington, Aztec, Albuquerque and Durango. In order to save time, we recommend that to purchase you fishing license in advance online.   « Go Back

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