DIY Fly Fishing GuideDestinations map

Fly Fishing in Arizona

50 featured rivers, lakes and streams in Arizona, each with target species, a hatch chart and a map of nearby access.

Arivaca Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Small southern Arizona lake with winter trout. Grassland setting with wildlife.
Ashurst Lake (Rainbow Trout)
High country lake near Flagstaff. Stocked rainbow trout in scenic pine forest setting.
Bear Canyon Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Rim country lake with good trout fishing. Forest setting with camping nearby.
Becker Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Wildlife area lake with quality trout fishing. Special regulations protect the fishery.
Big Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout)
Largest White Mountains lake with trophy potential. Multi-species fishery at 9,000 feet.
Black Canyon Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Mogollon Rim lake surrounded by pine forest. Stocked trout with primitive camping.
Black River (Apache Trout, Brown Trout)
Remote Apache-Sitgreaves forest stream. Native Apache trout and wild browns in pristine habitat.
Bunch Reservoir (Rainbow Trout)
Small lake near Eagar with stocked trout. Less crowded local fishing spot.
Canyon Creek (Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout)
White Mountains stream with wild trout. Scenic canyon setting with good public access.
Carnero Lake (Apache Trout)
Alpine lake with Apache trout restoration. Special regulations protect native fish.
Cataract Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Williams area lake with stocked trout. Easy access from Interstate 40.
Chevelon Creek (Brown Trout)
Remote canyon stream with wild brown trout. Challenging access rewards with quality fishing.
Christmas Tree Lake (Brook Trout)
Small high country lake with brook trout. Scenic alpine meadow setting.
Crescent Lake (Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout)
High country lake with wild brook trout. Scenic alpine setting.
Cyclone Lake (Apache Trout, Brook Trout)
High elevation lake with Apache trout. Remote wilderness setting.
Dogtown Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Williams area lake with excellent trout fishing. Forest Service recreation area.
East Fork Black River (Apache Trout)
High elevation stream with native Apache trout. Wilderness fishing experience.
Fool Hollow Lake (Rainbow Trout)
State park lake near Show Low. Year-round trout stocking with facilities.
Fossil Creek (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Unique travertine stream with wild trout. Permit system protects this special fishery.
Hawley Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout)
High elevation tribal lake with trophy trout. Scenic White Mountains setting.
Horseshoe Cienega Lake (Rainbow Trout, Apache Trout)
Remote tribal lake with excellent fishing. Scenic meadow setting in White Mountains.
Kaibab Lake (Rainbow Trout)
High plateau lake near Grand Canyon. Cool summer fishing at 7,000 feet.
Kinnikinick Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Large lake south of Flagstaff. Variable water levels but good trout when full.
Knoll Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Remote Mogollon Rim lake with wild trout. Rough road access keeps pressure low.
Lake Mary (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Flagstaff area lake with stocked trout. Easy access near town with good spring fishing.
Lee's Ferry (Rainbow Trout)
World-class tailwater below Glen Canyon Dam. Trophy rainbow trout in stunning desert canyon setting with year-round fishing.
Little Colorado River (Apache Trout, Brown Trout)
High country stream with native Apache trout. Remote fishing in the White Mountains wilderness.
Luna Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Alpine lake near New Mexico border. Stocked trout in beautiful mountain meadow.
Nelson Reservoir (Rainbow Trout)
Springerville area lake with trout stocking. Grassland setting at high elevation.
Oak Creek (Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout)
Scenic stream through Sedona's red rock country. Wild brown and rainbow trout in beautiful desert oasis.
Parker Canyon Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Southern Arizona lake near Mexican border. Stocked trout in grassland setting.
Patagonia Lake (Rainbow Trout)
State park lake with year-round trout stocking. Winter fishing excellent.
Pena Blanca Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Coronado National Forest lake with trout. Scenic canyon setting near Nogales.
Rainbow Lake (Apache Trout, Rainbow Trout)
White Mountains lake with stocked Apache trout. Unique opportunity to catch native species.
Reservation Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Apache Trout)
Fort Apache tribal lake with excellent trout. Permit required for fishing access.
Riggs Flat Lake (Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout)
High elevation lake in Pinaleno Mountains. Remote setting with brook trout.
Rose Canyon Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Santa Catalina Mountains lake near Tucson. Popular escape from desert heat.
Scott Reservoir (Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout)
Small White Mountains lake with wild trout. Quiet alternative to larger lakes.
Show Low Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Town lake with convenient access. Stocked trout provide easy fishing opportunity.
Silver Creek (Apache Trout, Rainbow Trout)
Spring creek near Show Low with excellent insect hatches. Technical fishing for wild Apache trout.
Stoneman Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Intermittent lake when water levels allow. Remote setting with wild trout.
Sunrise Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout)
Apache tribal lake near ski resort. Year-round fishing with winter ice fishing.
Tonto Creek (Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout)
Central Arizona stream below Mogollon Rim. Wild brown trout in rugged canyon setting.
Tunnel Reservoir (Rainbow Trout)
Alpine-area lake with stocked trout. Easy access from nearby communities.
West Fork Oak Creek (Rainbow Trout)
Popular Sedona area stream in scenic red rock canyon. Stocked rainbow trout with beautiful scenery.
White River (Apache Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Fort Apache Reservation stream with excellent trout fishing. Permit required for tribal waters.
Whitehorse Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Remote lake south of Williams. Less crowded alternative with good trout.
Willow Springs Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout)
Rim country lake with good trout population. Forest Service campground provides access.
Woodland Lake (Rainbow Trout)
Pinetop-Lakeside town lake. Easy access with stocked trout.
Woods Canyon Lake (Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout)
Mogollon Rim lake with excellent trout fishing. Scenic forest setting with camping.

Fly Fishing in Arizona

Fly Fishing in Other States