Camping/RV Trip in New Mexico, with fishing access

[TB80]

I'm hoping to take the family on a camping trip in New Mexico this summer. Prefer a place in the mountains where there is good camping and hiking and fishing. Will probably have a RV/trailer, but may just go with a tent. I've spent some time online researching options, but like to have real feedback. Let me know your suggestions and experiences.
Thanks.

[TB80]

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[nbrantr]

maybe try Bonito Lake. I have elk hunted there since I was a little kid (well okay it's been a while since I last got a tag after moving to TX). Lots of good hiking there, you can fish in Bonito, and plenty of places for your RV/trailer if you decide to go that way. There is (or used to be anyway) a place called Runnels that will rent you horses, which the kids always love riding. You'll see a lot of turkey, elk, deer, and black bear all throughout there. Maybe plan to go up to Nogal peak. If you see a guy up there that looks like Soda Popinski from the video game, his name is Tommy and he's a good guy, no doubt.

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bonito+Lake/@33.4853811,-105.7707018,12z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x86e1d507685d1963:0xe5d5ca2e47062acf!8m2!3d33.4554261!4d-105.7354838

[BassMaster13]

Might check to see if Covid Restrictions are lifted. Heard on a podcast NM has closed fishing in State Parks, and other public access waters to Non Resident

Could be a false rumor but worth checking into.

[WyoBull]

Check and see if you need camping spot reservations as well.
Covid has driven a ton of people to the mountains to camp and while last summer was bad for finding a place to camp, this summer is predicted to be worse.
Be sure to plan ahead, nothing worse than driving around at 10pm when its dark with a camper in tow trying to find a spot.

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[doright]

My aunt and uncle go to Red River every year.She goes up the mountain and he fishes.