Fishing Reservation Lake

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Reservation Lake, AZ

Popular Fish Species Reservation Lake, AZ

Reservation Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

A good population of rainbow trout await anglers at Reservation 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.

Reservation Lake Popular Fish - Brook Trout

Brook Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brook trout in Reservation Lake is popular due to the abundance of these tasty brookies. Brook trout 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.

Reservation Lake Popular Fish - Brown Trout

Brown Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brown trout in Reservation Lake is delivering some nice catches. These hearty fighters migrate around the lake in search of baitfish and comfortable water temperatures, preferably in the 50 to 62 degree range. In spring brown trout, along with the baitfish, move to the shallows which warms first. As the days get warmer in summer they move deeper, again following schools of bait. As Fall and Winter arrive, browns tend to stay in deeper water. When these trout move deep, it is typically in the 20- to 45-foot range. Nightcrawlers are always a good bait for brown trout. In-line spinners, bait-colored crankbaits and small spoons are other options. Experiment with depth and retrieve speed. When the lake freezes over, enjoy ice fishing for trout.

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Guide to fishing for rainbow, brook, brown and Apache trout at Reservation Lake in Arizona.

Nestled in the beautiful White Mountains, at an elevation of 7,195 feet, Reservation Lake is a 280-acre lake offering great trout fishing during the season (April to November). The fishery and camping is controlled by the White Mountain Apache Tribe, Game & Fish Dept. There are 60 campsites, available on a first-come, first serve basis. Fees for camping, fishing, boating are required. Anglers can fish from the bank along most of the 5 miles of shoreline, plus there is a boat launch ramp. The area is remote so bring plenty of everything you will need during your stay.

Primary fish species residing in Reservation Lake

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Reservation Lake Amenities

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

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Reservation Lake Campgrounds
A one-lane concrete ramp, with limited parking, is located at the southern tip of the lake, just west of the dam. Depending on water levels, there are numerous areas around the lake for primitive launching or potage of small craft.