lake in New Mexico, USA
A BLM canyon reservoir that produced the 31-pound state-record rainbow trout; open Thursdays through Mondays on a posted seasonal schedule. Located in the foothills between Española and Chimayó (Santa Fe County).
Santa Cruz Lake is a lake in New Mexico, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Santa Cruz Lake can target species including Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Santa Cruz Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Santa Cruz Lake. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Santa Cruz Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Santa Cruz Lake:
Anglers at Santa Cruz Lake can target species including Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Santa Cruz Lake before you cast a line.
Santa Cruz Lake is a lake in New Mexico, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.