Colorado River - Laughlin - Laughlin, NV

River Information
Fish Species: | Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, American Gizzard Shad |
The Colorado River at Laughlin, Nevada, just below Davis Dam, presents a unique warmwater fishery in an urban setting that’s highly accessible to anglers of all skill levels. The river here supports healthy populations of striped bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, and sunfish, making it a multi-species hotspot with year-round fishing potential.
Striped bass are the primary draw. These hard-fighting predators school near current seams, eddies, and deeper pools. Anglers often use swimbaits, jerkbaits, and live shad to tempt stripers, especially in the cooler seasons. Fish commonly range from 3–10 pounds, with larger catches recorded each year.
Smallmouth bass are also abundant and particularly active in spring and early summer. They prefer rocky structure and respond well to soft plastics, crankbaits, and finesse rigs. Channel catfish are plentiful in slower sections, especially near the river bottom, and are best targeted at night with cut bait or chicken liver.
Access is excellent, with fishing allowed along the riverwalk and casino areas. Daily flow changes from Davis Dam can influence fishing conditions, but the river remains fishable most of the year. The combination of consistent fish populations, scenic desert surroundings, and urban convenience make Laughlin a standout fishery in the Colorado River system.
Striped bass are the primary draw. These hard-fighting predators school near current seams, eddies, and deeper pools. Anglers often use swimbaits, jerkbaits, and live shad to tempt stripers, especially in the cooler seasons. Fish commonly range from 3–10 pounds, with larger catches recorded each year.
Smallmouth bass are also abundant and particularly active in spring and early summer. They prefer rocky structure and respond well to soft plastics, crankbaits, and finesse rigs. Channel catfish are plentiful in slower sections, especially near the river bottom, and are best targeted at night with cut bait or chicken liver.
Access is excellent, with fishing allowed along the riverwalk and casino areas. Daily flow changes from Davis Dam can influence fishing conditions, but the river remains fishable most of the year. The combination of consistent fish populations, scenic desert surroundings, and urban convenience make Laughlin a standout fishery in the Colorado River system.
Colorado River - Laughlin Whoppers
Species | Weight | Date | Report |
Striped Bass | 39 lbs. 6 oz. | 2-13-2019 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 36 lbs. 11 oz. | 1-24-2018 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 35 lbs. 8 oz. | 1-18-2024 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 32 lbs. 1 oz. | 7-22-2020 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 31 lbs. 11 oz. | 12-27-2017 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 28 lbs. 5 oz. | 8-18-2022 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 27 lbs. 15 oz. | 1-12-2023 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 27 lbs. 4 oz. | 2-07-2024 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 26 lbs. 2 oz. | 4-20-2016 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 25 lbs. 13 oz. | 2-05-2025 | View Report |
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | # of Fish |
2-20-2024 | Rainbow Trout | Willow Beach NFH | 1500 |
2-06-2024 | Rainbow Trout | AZGF | 1600 |
12-27-2023 | Rainbow Trout | Willow Beach NFH | 1600 |
12-19-2023 | Rainbow Trout | Willow Beach NFH | 1200 |
11-28-2023 | Rainbow Trout | Willow Beach NFH | 2000 |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
6-12-2025 | Our local fishing club is back with a nice catch! Our local fishing club is back with a... more » |
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6-5-2025 | This week, our local high school’s fishing club was out on the water! This week, our local high school’s fishing club... more » |
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5-22-2025 | Riviera Marina Fishing Report We’ve got some great news for local anglers!... more » |
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5-14-2025 | Now’s a Great Time to Catch a Striper or Two! The Colorado River below Davis Dam is producing... more » |
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4-30-2025 | Riviera Marina Fishing Report Here are a few stripers we caught a... more » |
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