Pecos National Historical Park Fishing Reservations
Pecos National Historical Park
The 2026 season will run from July 1 to October 31, 2026. NEW in 2026 - fishing will be allowed 7 days a week.
In the midst of pinon, juniper, and ponderosa pine woodlands of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains not far from Santa Fe, the remains of pueblos stand as meaningful reminders of people who once prevailed. Pecos National Historical Park helps visitors explore the cultural exchange and geographic features that played such crucial roles in the rich history of the Pecos Valley. The Upper Pecos River, its tributaries, and natural resources provide a diverse landscape that has nurtured settlement and facilitated multicultural interactions. These resources were important to people living in the region in the past and continue to be enjoyed by people today. The park offers fishing reservations along three miles of the Pecos River within the park. The park divides the river into three sections or "beats" that are available to reserve in advance for fishing. The "beats" offers anglers roughly one mile on the Pecos River to fish.
The 2026 season will run from July 1 to October 31, 2026. NEW in 2026 - fishing will be allowed 7 days a week.
In the midst of pinon, juniper, and ponderosa pine woodlands of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains not far from Santa Fe, the remains of pueblos stand as meaningful reminders of people who once prevailed. Pecos National Historical Park helps visitors explore the cultural exchange and geographic features that played such crucial roles in the rich history of the Pecos Valley. The Upper Pecos River, its tributaries, and natural resources provide a diverse landscape that has nurtured settlement and facilitated multicultural interactions. These resources were important to people living in the region in the past and continue to be enjoyed by people today. The park offers fishing reservations along three miles of the Pecos River within the park. The park divides the river into three sections or "beats" that are available to reserve in advance for fishing. The "beats" offers anglers roughly one mile on the Pecos River to fish.
Need to Know
- Season Dates
The 2026 season will run from July 1 to October 31, 2026. NEW in 2026 - fishing will be allowed 7 days a week.
- Check In and Out Required
Anglers must check in at the visitor center before heading to the river. 8:30 am is the earliest anglers can check-in. During check-in, park staff will confirm the reservation, review fishing licenses, and provide directions and parking placards. Anglers are also expected to check out at the end of the day, be off the water by 3 pm and checked out before the visitor center closes at 4 pm.
Booking Windows
The 2026 season will run from July 1 to October 31, 2026. NEW in 2026 - fishing will be allowed 7 days a week.
Reservations: Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance and until 10:00 a.m. the day of arrival. For example, reservations for July 31 would open on July 2. You may book reservations for one to four people, not everyone has to fish but everyone has to be included in the reservation regardless if they are fishing or not. There is a maximum of four people per beat, per day.
You must book reservations through Recreation.gov. They cannot be booked at the park.
Changes and Cancellations
The 2026 season will run from July 1 to October 31, 2026. NEW in 2026 - fishing will be allowed 7 days a week.
There are no refunds for the $1.00 fee under any circumstances.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
PO Box 418 Pecos NM 87552
Phone Number
505-757-7241
