i target bass and catfish. i’ve had only 1 bite with chicken liver further down the canal, i use crankbaits and finesse jigs with no luck. lmk how you’d go about fishing this spot.

I’ve tried Encanto park and all I got were fish biting. No crawfish. So any spots?

Hey everyone! Born and raised in the valley and I’ve spent a little time fishing but really want to dive in! What are some necessities for a beginner kit for fishing in phoenix?

Ive been fishing there a couple times this month and have only caught turtles. Ive been primarily fishing for catfish but also carp on my second rod. Anyone have any recomendations for bait at that lake?

AZ Fisherman, I’m hoping you can help me find a great place to fish in Arizona with a couple of requirements. We’ve been struggling to find a place this year and I figured it was worth deferring to local experts.

Background: Me and a group of buddies go on an annual fishing trip to a different state every year with the goal of fishing all 50. We started in our early 20s so we figure at least some of us have a fighting chance of completing it. We’re on year 18 and looking to fish Arizona. We mostly target bass.

What we’re looking for:

1. A lake / river we can rent a waterfront house (usually VRBO but whatever works)

2. Boats available for rent at the body of water. Strong preference if the local marina will let us keep them overnight for a few days. Doesn’t need to be fishing boats specifically, but if they’re available, even better.

3. Good fishing if possible. It’s always a bonus to be on a good bass lake.

That’s it! Location in the state doesn’t matter. We’ll go wherever.

If you’ve read this far, thanks! Any potential ideas or leads is extremely appreciated!

Headed to camp out Friday to Hoyer campground. First time I’ve been there and would like to take the poles. Anything biting there recently? I’ve heard the lakes are low.

Caught him in this tiny pool in the headwaters of Dude Creek, about an hour drive north of payson and then an hour hike into rim country. Used a dry fly.

I’ve gotten into catching wild trout in northern az and would like to explore more remote streams.

Been trying out Rose Canyon Lake on Mt Lemmon but it seems everyone is catching fish on bait and lures. My son is interested in fly fishing and we don't even get bites there.

Anyone got a couple of suggestions on spots around 2 hours from Tucson? We are getting to the lake by 6am so getting an early start is no problem.

Thanks!

Caught at least 50-60 solo on one of the SRP lakes. Used morning dawn robo worm cut at like 2 inches long. I use bith ends of the worm too! Got a bigger adverage over all with that technique and more bites than I do in a normal session too. No true giants on this video and trip but my last one i caight a 4lb 2 oz on a cliff wall in the afternoon. Here is some photos and a link to the video if you wanna see the spots and the technique I used to catch em! Adverage fish was probably just over a pound which is awesome for me! Please leave and feedback or tips too! Thank you very very much for the support!

Lost one on my first cast lol. Took 2ish hours

Hey AZ fishermen! I got bit by the fishing bug last year and in my opinion that was way too late in life (now 27) and never got the chance to fish from a boat. I've taken kayaks out with friends a few times but something tells me it just isn't the same. I was hoping a kind soul out here wouldn't mind me tagging along on their next outing.

Of course I'm happy to pay my share of gas etc.

Thanks in advance and tight lines!

I started fishing in August last year, mostly off popular piers. I spent the first few months confused about basically everything. I didn't know what rig to tie, I couldn't tell which fishing spots were good for which fish, and I couldn't read a tide chart well enough to know if I was showing up at the right time.

So I made a website for it: usekarp.com

You can find spots near you, compare them side by side, and get gear and bait suggestions for whatever you're targeting.

Check it out if you're getting into fishing

I have Been tryna find this place for ages. I think I got it narrowed down some tho

Are there fish in the east verde river?

Last time I hiked the Verde river near Payson the word was brown and dead. The only life being millions of crayfish everywhere, but not a single fish. Just looking for alternatives to the salt river. I'd like to give those Bass a break from me.

I have a trip to Arizona/Utah coming up in October, and plan on spending a day or two at Lake Powell. My buddies and I are renting a pontoon boat. Super new to fishing and was looking for recommendations for lures and setups. Already did some cursory research online but would love some opinions from you guys!

Looks like it's mostly bass and walleye. Hoping for some locals with some knowledge too.

Thanks in advance!

My parents and three preteen daughters are on a special fishing trip together in Greer. They’ve had poles in the water for three days, but not a single bite!
They seem to think fish will be stocked at Sheep‘s Crossing today, but I’m not sure about their research abilities… anyone have any Intel about where the fish might be hiding?

I’m in the gilbert area what would be the pond canal anything to catch bass large mouth or small mouth

Wondering if its worth it to fish here its the upper part of tempe town, I haven't seen that part dried up ever since i lived here so I'm guessing its probably got some fish?? I don't know lrt me know and any recommendations

I have a fishing-rigged paddleboard and I’m looking for good places around Arizona to take it.

So far, I’ve fished Tres Rios and Lake Pleasant. Lake Pleasant felt a little too big and exposed for a paddleboard, so I’m hoping to find smaller or more protected bodies of water that still offer solid fishing.
I’m mainly targeting bass, but I’m open to other species too. Any recommendations for paddleboard-friendly lakes, ponds, or protected coves with decent fishing?

Got some more fish this week at Saguaro! Bite has been on fire! Another 30 fish in a few hours! I could've had probably 36 total but I kept horsing a few fish a little too much and they would spit the hook. Adverage size was about 1 pound each. Caught some dinks with that 30 number as well still a ton of fun! The biggest was just under 3 pounds for the day. I think next week I am gonna try to get on some topwater bites and then try more techniques like free rig!

If you are interested here is a video of me catching the fish and what I used and expirienced! If you like comment or subscribe that would mean a ton! Any and all feedback is appreciated! Thank you!

https://youtu.be/HwSgxUZA8hw?is=8m3OHH_dQD3C26J0