Guide To Fishing At Hawley Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, brown trout and bluegill at Hawley Lake in Arizona.

Located in the White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation, Hawley Lake offers both warm-water and cold-water fish species. Bass, crappie, catfish, sunfish, walleye and trout all flourish in this 8,200 feet elevation lake with 300 surface acres. Only electric-powered boats are allowed on the lake, and there are boats for rent at the lake. Canoes, kayaks and non-powered boats are also a good option here. Easy access to shoreline all around the lake makes fishing from shore a convenient option. During winter, roads are open and the lake is a popular ice-fishing destination. Earl Park Lake is also located in the Hawley Lake Campground Area.

Primary fish species residing in Hawley Lake

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Hawley Lake Amenities

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

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Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Deer Trail Boat Launch Ramp
A small paved ramp is located in the middle of the northern shoreline, off Deer Trail Road.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Hawley Lake Campground Area - 928 338-4385

Cyclone Lake Campground - 928 369-7669

Diamond Creek Campsite Number Three - 928 338-4385

Hawley Lake AZ Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Hawley Lake
White Mountain Apache Tribe
201 E Walnut St
Whiteriver, AZ 85941
928 338-4385

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