Taos County · stream · order 6 river · ~122 cfs typical
Red River
Stocked 9× on record · NMDGF
Red River is a stream in Taos County, New Mexico, stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) — most recently on Jul 21, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from NMDGF; 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
93°
63°
13 mph
6%
Fri
Overcast
91°
67°
30 mph
18%
Sat
Rain
91°
63°
16 mph
33%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 21 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 2,900 | 12.6" | |
| Jul 20 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 80 | 12.8" | |
| Jul 20 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 401 | 10.1" | |
| Jul 14 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 2,700 | 10.2" | |
| Jul 13 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 400 | 10.7" | |
| Jul 13 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 700 | 10.7" | |
| Jul 10 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 403 | 10.3" | |
| Jul 10 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 80 | 12.4" | |
| Jul 6 | Rainbow Trout (Triploid) | 1,800 | 10.5" | |
When does Red River get stocked?
Going by 9 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in July.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- San Cristobal Creek4.4 mi
- Pope Lake4.6 mi
- Rio Hondo7.9 mi
- Cabresto Creek6.8 mi
- Lobo Creek8.1 mi
- Gallina Creek8.5 mi
- Eagle Rock Lake7.7 mistocked Jul 24, 2026
- Cañada Pinabete9.5 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.
Red River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Red River?+
Red River is stocked with Rainbow Trout (Triploid) in Taos County, New Mexico, most recently on Jul 21, 2026 by NMDGF. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Red River get stocked?+
Going by 9 records since 2026, stocking at Red River peaks in July. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Red River?+
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 Red River?+
Red River is a stream in Taos County, New Mexico. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NMDGF · updated Jul 21, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.