Apache Lake Fishing near Apache Junction, Arizona

Apache Lake is a reservoir located just 17 miles from Apache Junction, in Maricopa County, in the state of Arizona, United States, near Horse Mesa, AZ. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including sunfish, carp, largemouth bass, yellow bass, walleye, catfish, flathead catfish, rainbow trout and smallmouth bass here. Whether you’re spinning, fly fishing or baitcasting your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Apache Lake.

Join us as we discuss the Arizona Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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