Catfish Fishing in Arizona

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Reel'em In Adventures

Reel'em In Adventures is a Licensed Guided Fishing Serivce with Warren Risberg at Lake Pleasant in Peoria, Arizona on a 2018 Lowe SF234 23' 7" Pontoon Boat Striper Bass, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, White Bass, Carp, Flathead Catfish, Crappie

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Surprise, Arizona

Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: poor

Low activity season. Catfish are less active and catches may be limited. Consider targeting other species.

BEST

GOOD

FAIR

POOR

Catfish

freshwater

Catfish fishing in AZ: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Bullhead City. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.

How to Catch Catfish

Typical Size

Length: Varies by fishery

Weight: Varies by fishery

Habitat

•Local structure and edges
•Current seams
•Bait concentrations
•Depth changes

Where & When to Fish

Target Locations

•Points and channel edges
•Ledges/humps
•Inflow/outflow areas

Best Times

•Low light windows
•Seasonal transitions; follow bait

Bias patterns to Bullhead City area: use local structure (passes/bridges for coastal; channels/points for inland) and match depth to temperature.

Catfish Fishing Regulations in Arizona

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

No limit

Size Limit

No size limit

License Required

Fishing License

Check specific water regulations as some areas may have different bag limits or size restrictions.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Arizona state wildlife agency before fishing.

Popular Cities for Catfish Fishing in Arizona

Bullhead City Lake Havasu City Page Phoenix Lake Montezuma Mormon Lake New River White Mountain Lake

Other Popular Species in Arizona

Striped Bass Flathead Catfish Largemouth Bass Channel Catfish Bluegill White Bass Spotted Bass Carp