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Heron Lake, NM
Reservoir in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. A roughly 5,900-acre no-wake reservoir on Willow Creek and the Rio Chama in north-central New Mexico at Heron Lake State Park. A high, cold mountain reservoir (elevation roughly 7,150 ft) famous for kokanee salmon and lake trout, plus stocked rainbow trout, brown trout, and smallmouth bass. The permanent no-wake rule keeps it quiet and is prized by anglers. Connected to neighboring El Vado Lake by a hiking trail across the Rio Chama gorge.
Overall bite score
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What swims here
6 tracked species in Heron Lake, with the months each fishes best.
Water facts
Boat ramps at Heron Lake State Park (no-wake lake; ideal for trolling and sailing). No in-lake USGS gauge, so water temperature uses a high-elevation seasonal baseline. New Mexico fishing license required; kokanee snagging is legal in season with separate limits. AIS inspection required.
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