Fishing Show Low Lake

AKA: Showlow Lake

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Show Low Lake, AZ

Popular Fish Species Show Low Lake, AZ

Show Low Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

Thanks to a good stocking program, fishing for rainbow trout in Show Low Lake continues to be very good again this year. 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. 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.

Show Low Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are popular with many locals at Show Low Lake, as they are tough fighters and exciting to catch. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper areas of the lake with small worms, jigs and spoons. Largemouth bass also reside here in good numbers. When the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies.

Walleye Fishing

Thanks to good fisheries management, a healthy population of walleye are doing well in the waters of Show Low Lake this year. Spring and Fall tend to be the best time for weekend anglers to catch them. During this time they tend to move shallower and closer to shore, especially at dawn. Other times of the year they are more likely to roam around in deeper water. As always, stay around schools of baitfish. A proven method for catching walleye here is trolling with spinners tipped with live bait, or trolling with long-billed, deep diving crankbaits. However casting live bait, jigs, worms and spoons also works well at times. When the lake freezes over in winter, ice fishing for walleye can be very productive. Use GPS to locate spots you normally fish during other times of the year.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, walleye, rainbow trout, bluegill and green sunfish at Show Low Lake in Arizona.

Offering some of the best walleye fishing in the state, Show Low Lake is a 100-acre lake in the east-central part of the state, in Show Low, AZ. There is good fishing from the bank along the nearly 3 miles of shoreline. There is a boat launch ramp at Show Low Lake Campground. Boats are restricted to electric, or a maximum of 10 HP, for gas motors. In addition to walleye, the lake supports healthy populations of bass, catfish, trout and sunfish. Because the lake is located in town, most supplies and amenities are just minutes away.

Show Low Lake in Arizona is quietly known for its walleye fishing. While the lake offers a diverse range of fish species, walleye populations are not that abundant. However, the lake holds some big walleyes. The state record walleye was caught out of Show Low Lake and weighed over 16 pounds.

Primary fish species residing in Show Low Lake

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Show Low Lake Amenities

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

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Show Low Lake Campground
Rentals: Fishing boats with motors, and kayaks for rent.
928 537-4126

Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Show Low Lake Campground Boat Ramp
5800 Show Low Lake Rd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, the launch ramp is small but efficient with a variety of parking options.
928 537-4126