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Riggs Flat Lake sits high on Mount Graham with stocked rainbows and cool summer weather.
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Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Riggs Flat Lake that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Riggs Flat Lake fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
The Rim lakes are cold, and the road may close with the first big snow.
Leeches and small nymphs along the shoreline on sunny afternoons.
Stocking report
See the Arizona Game and Fish stocking schedule for the latest stocking at Riggs Flat Lake and other Arizona waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Riggs Flat Lake, bring: Woolly Bugger #6-10, Mini Leech #8-10, Zebra Midge #14-18, Pheasant Tail Nymph #14-16, Parachute Adams #14-18, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Riggs Flat Lake lake details
| Access | Shoreline and a small ramp. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 8,600 ft |
| Nearest town | Safford, Arizona |
| Best season | May through October |
| Fish | Rainbow trout |
| 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, 4X to 5X |
| Ice fishing | Snow closes the roads in winter. |
| Camping | Riggs Flat Campground |
| Kids | Yes. |
| Good to know | Gas motors are limited on many Rim lakes. Check before you launch. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Roads closed.
Spring
Opening and stocking.
Summer
Stocked trout, early and late in the day.
Fall
Cooler water and active trout.
How to get there
From Safford, take US-191 south and the Swift Trail (State Route 366).