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Lake Pleasant northwest of Phoenix has striped bass, largemouth and white bass.
Looking for the latest Lake Pleasant 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 Lake Pleasant.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Lake Pleasant that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Lake Pleasant 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 Lake Pleasant and other Arizona waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Lake Pleasant, 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.
Lake Pleasant lake details
| Access | Ramps at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 1,500 ft |
| Nearest town | Peoria, Arizona |
| Best season | Fall through spring |
| Fish | Striped bass, largemouth and white bass |
| 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 | Lake Pleasant Regional Park |
| 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 Phoenix, take State Route 74 west from I-17.