Although fishing is usually rated as only fair to poor the patient angler can often catch bluegill largemouth bass or catfish.
Can you eat fish out of granite basin lake az.
Be sure to plan enough time to visit some of the small towns maybe do some shopping and for sure include a side trip to granite basin lake.
If you eat a lot of fish one week you can.
Arizona fish report granite basin lake fish report for 12 16 2016.
There is a 5 00 admission charge for most areas of the lake.
The warming temperatures have increased the bite for largemouth and bluegill.
Granite basin recreation area brochure 1 54 mb note.
It is not stocked with fish.
Who can i call if i have more questions.
The lake is stocked regularly with rainbow trout by arizona game and fish.
There are two boat launches at the lake as well as canoe and kayak rentals available.
What can i see do at watson lake.
Fish contain high quality protein and other essential nutrients are low in saturated fat and contain omega 3 fatty acids.
Fresh caught fish from arizona s lakes rivers and streams can be an important part of a healthy diet.
If you fish granite basin lake and are having luck please e mail me at email protected so i can share your successes with others.
Be sure and check out the arizona game and fish s website for stocking information and a fishing report.
The warming temperatures have increased the bite for largemouth and bluegill.
After major redevelopment coconino county and the city of williams reopened cataract lake county park in williams on april 13 2013.
How much does admission cost.
Granite basin lake is man made and about 5 surface acres.
Granite basin lake is a reservoir located just 5 miles from williamson in yavapai county in the state of arizona united states near granite basin summer homes az.
Granite basin lake is open for day use only year round.
Carp catfish crappie and largemouth bass can all be found in the lake.
It is convenient to granite basin lake granite mountain wilderness and five day use sites with picnic facilities and trail access.
Contact the prescott national forest directly at 928 443 8000.
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Yavapai campground photos on flickr.
It is also endorsed by the audobon society.
This site closes following especially heavy snow and when the roads are too icy.
No matter where you live this drive is worth taking.
Granite basin lake fishing report granite basin.
A state of arizona fishing license is required for anglers over the age of 13 years.
So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel and head out to granite basin.
Whether you re spinning baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good.
If you have to spend the night at a hotel nearby that just makes it even better.
The watson woods riparian preserve is located nearby and boasts hundreds of bird species including eagles and pelicans.