Fishing Big Lake

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Big Lake, AZ

Popular Fish Species Big Lake, AZ

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Continuous stocking programs by the Arizona Game and Fish Department maintains a good population of rainbow trout for anglers at Big Lake. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. While fishing from a boat is preferred, plenty of trout are caught here by anglers fishing from the bank. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Brook Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brook trout in Big Lake is popular due to the abundance of these tasty brookies. The AZ Game and Fish stocks some brook trout, which spawn in the Fall, rather than the Spring, and they are quite prolific spawners. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing. Brook trout can be easily caught on flies, small spinners, worms, maggots and wax worms.

Cutthroat Trout Fishing

This year, fishing for cutthroat trout in Big Lake is again delivering great results, year round. While the ideal setting for cutthroats is in a river or stream, they are also stocked in reservoirs, like Big Lake. For those who enjoy fly fishing, the key is to match the hatch. Like all fish, cutthroat like to have some sort of cover. They will hang out in boulders, fallen trees, along drop-offs and ledges. Catching cutthroat trout here with lures or bait is also productive. Presented properly, cutthroat trout can be caught on small spinners and spoons. This is a very popular lake for ice fishing when the lake freezes over.

Big Lake Fishing Video

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout and brown trout at Big Lake in Arizona.

Located in the beautiful White Mountains, Big Lake is a 450-acre lake, 10 miles south of Greer, AZ. This is the largest, and most productive, fishing lake in the area. It is also a popular camping area with varied amenities and activities. Lots of shoreline is accessible for fishing from the bank. Fishing boats, kayaks and canoes are all good options for fishing here. A boat ramp is available for public use. There is a bait, tackle and convenience store at the lake which also offers boat rentals.

Primary fish species residing in Big Lake

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Big Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NO
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: NEARBY

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Big Lake Tackle & Supply
Rentals: 5-man, 4-man fishing boats, row boats and kayaks
928 521-1387

Marinas

Big Lake Tackle and Supply
FS road 8115 store front
Greer, AZ 85927
928 521-1387

Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Apache Railroad Multi-Use Trail
Concrete ramp, with dock, on the northwest corner of the lake

Big Lake Tackle & Supply
FS road 8115 store front
Greer, AZ 85927
Paved boat launch ramp and parking on the southeast corner of the lake.
928 521-1387

South Cove Boating Site
Paved boat ramp and parking, located on the southwest corner of the lake