Colfax County · stream · order 3 river · ~3 cfs typical
American Creek
American Creek is a stream in Colfax County, New Mexico. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from New Mexico's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
85°
55°
17 mph
7%
Fri
Drizzle
83°
60°
14 mph
44%
Sat
Drizzle
77°
55°
32 mph
81%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Cieneguilla Creek2.2 mi
- Ninemile Creek2.9 mi
- Sixmile Creek3.5 mi
- Eagle Nest Lake3.9 mistocked Jul 15, 2026
- Moreno Creek5.1 mi
- Tolby Creek5.3 mi
- Willow Creek5.9 mi
- Guajalote Park4.9 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NM regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
American Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish American Creek?+
Yes — New Mexico requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is American Creek?+
American Creek is a stream in Colfax County, New Mexico. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.