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Trout bite is still going strong!

Lower Goldwater Lake - AZ (Yavapai County)


by Arizona Game & Fish Department
5-27-2026
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While no stockings have occurred in Lower Goldwater this month, the trout bite is still going strong. Both rainbow and Gila trout are plentiful here, and are usually caught by fly fishermen using leech imitations and different midge varieties. Small inline spinners such as Panther Martins or Mepps are also a great choice for any trout. Largemouth bass will be pushing up shallow this time of year and can be found keying in on smaller moving baits and plastics. Special Regulations: Catch and release only, artificial flies and lures only. Float tube only watercraft restriction. For species not listed, or bodies of water without special regulations, refer to the statewide fishing regulations.