Fee applies
Fish in Valle San Antonio
Valles Caldera National Preserve
San Antonio Creek is famous throughout New Mexico for wild brown trout and beautiful scenery. Reserve your backcountry vehicle pass to fish this stream seasonally from May 15 - November 15.
Running across the park’s northern extent, San Antonio Creek is famous throughout New Mexico for wild brown trout and beautiful scenery. Considered easier to fish than Jaramillo Creek, stealthy anglers fishing hopper and beetle patterns in summer months will be rewarded with gorgeous wild brown trout. You will probably catch more fish here than Jaramillo, but they are usually smaller in size. Vehicular access to San Antonio Creek requires a backcountry vehicle pass, available seasonally from May 15 - November 15. Passes can be reserved up to 3 months in advance on Recreation.gov.
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Fees
As of January 1, 2025, a park entrance fee is required to enter Valles Caldera National Preserve.
Fees Apply
Yes
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The backcountry vehicle route is a driveable gravel road that leads to San Antonio Creek. Access to the stream from the roadway involves walking along steep, loose gravel slopes and through tall grass.
Pets
No
Reservations
Yes — Vehicular access to San Antonio Creek requires a backcountry vehicle pass. Passes are available seasonally from May 15 - November 15 and can be reserved on Recreation.gov.
Location
San Antonio Creek