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Fishing & Hunting

Diverse wildlife and varied habitats make Arizona an extraordinary destination for hunters and anglers of all types—from fly-fishing aficionados to avid elk hunters.

Boating on Goldwater Lake Prescott AZ
Goldwater Lake, Prescott

Fishing in Arizona

Cast a line at one of Arizona's many lakes, streams or river where a variety of popular fish species are stocked—rainbow trout, catfish, tilapia, sunfish, crappie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, flathead catfish, rainbow trout, walleye, yellow bass, bluegill, green sunfish and carp. Whether you catch to keep or release, your trip will be memorable.

Angling Adventures

Fishing In Arizona

Fishing at Hawley Lake

Northern Arizona

White Mountains

Reaching more than 11,000 feet in elevation, the White Mountains are the perfect place to fish for bass, catfish, and trout.

Fly fishing on the Colorado River

Western Arizona

Imperial Reservoir

Along the Colorado River, head upriver through the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge in Arizona's West Coast for largemouth bass that weigh in at more than 12 pounds.

Boating at Lees Ferry

Northern Arizona

Lees Ferry

At the head of the Grand Canyon, near Page, Lees Ferry is a fly-fishing dream. Reel in rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout from this scenic Colorado River spot.

Hunting in Arizona

Arizona's diverse hunting options include larger game such as elk, as well as smaller game and waterfowl. Some of the state's top game include:

Elk and Antelope

Most elk and antelope hunting can be found in northern and north central Arizona, near Flagstaff and the Mogollon Rim.

Javelina

These swine-like creatures, also known as the collared peccary, can be hunted throughout central and southern Arizona.

Turkey

Wild turkeys can be found in several remote regions of north central Arizona, toward the eastern side of the state.

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Antelope Point Marina

Launch your Lake Powell experience in style. Lake Powell is a wonder of water sport recreation, glorious views, spectacular hiking, rich...

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Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge

Though it officially became a national wildlife refuge in 1975, the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge and its landscape has been...

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Cherry Creek Lodge

Located on a working cattle ranch nestled within the scenic Tonto National Forest, Cherry Creek Lodge invites you to experience the endless...

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Glen Canyon Excursions

Excitement, beauty and acceleration meet for a unique sightseeing and beginners' fishing experience! Only a short distance from Lake...

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San Carlos Recreation & Wildlife

We welcome sportsmen to the San Carlos Apache tribal lands. Our vast reservation is located in east-central Arizona and spans areas of...

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