Fishing Tempe Town Lake

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Tempe Town Lake, AZ

Popular Fish Species Tempe Town Lake, AZ

Tempe Town Lake Popular Fish - Black Crappie

Black Crappie Fishing

Black crappie reside in Tempe Town Lake. White crappie also make this lake their home. Crappie fishing is easy and requires simple, basic gear. Virtually any fishing pole, reasonably small line and crappie jigs or small hooks baited with live bait, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to maintain. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover.

Tempe Town Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Stocking programs help maintain a good population of rainbow trout for anglers at Tempe Town 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.

Bluegill Fishing

Fishing for bluegill is a long-standing tradition at Tempe Town Lake. Young and old, beginners and seasoned anglers alike, all enjoy catching a bunch of fat bluegill. This year, much like recent years, the bluegill population is healthy and always looking for something to eat. Bluegill fishing is as basic as fishing gets. Any pole, reasonably small line and small hooks baited with anything edible, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to position. Bluegill hang around brush, rocks, vegetation or any cover available.

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, rainbow trout, bluegill and yellow bass at Tempe Town Lake in Arizona.

Tempe Town Lake Fishing Video

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown, Tempe Town Lake is a two-mile-long reservoir which covers 225 surface acres. Access is easy via local freeways, city streets and the local light rail. The lake is home to bass, trout, catfish, crappie and sunfish. Walking paths line both sides of the lake, providing easy access for fishing from the bank - from one end to the other. Sail boats, electric powered boats and non-powered boats like canoes and kayaks are welcome here.

Tempe Town Lake, located in the heart of Tempe, Arizona, offers a unique fishing experience right in the midst of an urban setting. While primarily known for its recreational activities, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and boating, the lake also provides ample fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages and skill levels.

The lake is home to a variety of fish species, with largemouth bass being one of the most popular targets for anglers. Other species that can be found in Tempe Town Lake include catfish, rainbow trout and tilapia. The diverse fish population ensures that anglers have a good chance of landing a catch, regardless of their preferred fishing techniques.

Primary fish species residing in Tempe Town Lake

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Tempe Town Lake Amenities

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

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Boating on Tempe Town Lake is allowed with both non-motorized and electric-powered boats allowed. Anglers can rent kayaks or paddleboards to explore the lake's waters or bring their own non-gas-powered watercraft. Boating provides anglers with access to different areas of the lake and allows them to find their preferred fishing spots, whether near the shoreline or in deeper water.

Tempe Town Lake is particularly popular for its urban fishing program, which offers fishing clinics, educational activities, and stocked fish for anglers, especially youth and families. The lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout during the cooler months, providing a fun and accessible fishing experience for beginners and seasoned anglers alike.

Fishing Boat Rentals

Tempe Boat Rentals
Rentals: Electric fishing boats and kayaks.
855 690-0794

Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Town Lake Marina Boat Launch
This is a nice two-lane boat launch ramp with docks and paved parking. Note: Electric motors only.
480 350-8034