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Bitter Lake

New Mexico
0.60 km²
33.4740, -104.4136
NHD 65420141
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About Bitter Lake

Bitter Lake is a natural lake or pond in New Mexico, United States. It covers approximately 0.60 km² (149 acres). The lake centroid is located at 33.4740° N, 104.4136° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
October – April
Cooler months fish best in the south
Natural lake
Small
Bank or small-boat friendly
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Bitter Lake

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 14h 8m
Dawn11:32
Sunrise12:01
Sunset02:08
Dusk02:36

Bite windows today

  • Dawn11:0213:01Excellent
  • Morning13:0119:04Good
  • Midday19:0423:08Calm
  • Afternoon23:0801:08Good
  • Dusk01:0803:06Excellent
  • Night03:0611:02Good
Moon: 13% · waxing15:33

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Bitter Lake?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Bitter Lake. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Bitter Lake?

Bitter Lake covers approximately 0.60 square kilometres (149 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Bitter Lake located?

Bitter Lake is located in New Mexico, United States, with its centroid at 33.4740°, -104.4136°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF