Hayden, AZ Fishing Trip — December
Your Hayden, AZ Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 45°F0.7" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
LowHybrid Striped Bass
Various
December Weather in Hayden
69°F
Avg High
45°F
Avg Low
0.7"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
2 Guides Near Hayden
No guides are based in Hayden, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Arizona Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$37
Non-Resident$55
Requirements
Required for ages 10+. Includes both warm and cold water fishing.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum
Check specific water body regulations as exceptions to statewide rules exist.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum
Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass count as one species for bag limits. Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit.