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Apache Lake is a long, remote reservoir on the Salt River with bass and walleye.
Looking for the latest Apache Lake river report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with live flows, current conditions, hatches and the flies working now on the Apache Lake.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Apache Lake that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Apache Lake fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Water is cooling, and bass are moving to points and shallow flats.
Streamers along rocky banks and points early and late.
Stocking report
See the Arizona Game and Fish stocking schedule for the latest stocking at Apache Lake and other Arizona waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Apache Lake, bring: Clouser Minnow #2-6, Woolly Bugger #4-8, Crayfish #4-6, Popper #2-6, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16, Pitching Leech #10, Circus Peanut #4.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Apache Lake lake details
| Access | Apache Lake Marina. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 1,500 ft |
| Nearest town | Tortilla Flat, Arizona |
| Best season | Fall through spring |
| Fish | Bass, walleye |
| Regulations | Check the Arizona Game and Fish Department regulations before you go. An Arizona fishing license is required for anglers 10 and older. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 1X to 3X |
| Ice fishing | Does not freeze. |
| Camping | Apache Lake campgrounds |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Busy with boats on weekends. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Stocked trout and slower bass.
Spring
Bass spawn.
Summer
Hot. Fish at dawn.
Fall
Bass on points.
How to get there
From Roosevelt, take State Route 188 and State Route 88 west.