2 months ago · Updated 4 days ago
The Tucson area offers a variety of urban and foothill lakes, providing anglers with opportunities to target multiple freshwater species throughout the fall season. As cooler weather arrives, local waters see increased activity and regular fish stockings, making this a prime time for fishing near Tucson.
Weekly Catches
No verified catches in the last 7 days; the catches below cover the last 15 days.
Channel Catfish
Recent stockings have boosted channel catfish activity at Kennedy Lake, Sahuarita Lake, and Silverbell Lake in the Tucson area. Anglers are reporting improved action, especially during the evening and night hours as temperatures cool. Stink baits, chicken liver, and nightcrawlers have been effective for these stocked catfish.
- Kennedy Lake: Regularly stocked with channel catfish; best results in the evening using stink bait or nightcrawlers.
- Sahuarita Lake: Recent stockings have led to increased catches of channel catfish, especially on chicken liver.
- Silverbell Lake: Good reports of channel catfish action following recent stockings.
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth bass are active in Kennedy Lake and Silverbell Lake, with the cooler weather prompting more shoreline movement. Anglers have found success using soft plastics and spinnerbaits during early morning and late afternoon hours.
- Kennedy Lake: Largemouth bass are being caught near structure with soft plastics.
- Silverbell Lake: Reports of largemouth bass activity, especially around submerged cover.
Rainbow Trout
Fall trout stockings are underway, with Rose Canyon Lake and the Green Valley Lakes (noted as stocked but outside Tucson proper) receiving recent plants. PowerBait, worms, and small spinners have been productive for these freshly stocked rainbow trout.
- Rose Canyon Lake: Recently stocked with rainbow trout; best action on PowerBait and worms.
- Kennedy Lake: While primarily known for catfish and bass, recent reports mention some rainbow trout catches following fall stockings.
Weather & Marine Conditions
Cooler fall temperatures have arrived in the Tucson area, with daytime highs in the 70s to low 80s and overnight lows dropping into the 40s. These conditions are ideal for increased fish activity, especially for trout and catfish. Recent rainfall has helped maintain water levels and improved water quality in local lakes, further enhancing fishing prospects.
Tides & Solunar Activity
The recent full moon has contributed to productive fishing, particularly for night anglers. Major feeding periods are occurring late at night and during the early morning hours, making these times especially effective for targeting catfish and predatory species.
- Best fishing times: 10:19 AM–12:19 PM and 10:47 PM–12:47 AM.
- Minor activity peaks: 5:10 AM–6:10 AM and 3:19 PM–4:19 PM.
Fishing Conditions & Tips
With the arrival of cooler weather, trout and catfish are more active and accessible from shore. Anglers are encouraged to use PowerBait, worms, and small spinners for trout, while stink baits and chicken liver remain top choices for catfish. For largemouth bass, focus on structure and use soft plastics or spinnerbaits during low-light periods.
- Check gear and use a medium-power spinning rod for versatility.
- Explore new shoreline areas as falling leaves and lower water levels reveal previously inaccessible spots.
Regulations & Notices
It is illegal to transport or release live fish in Arizona waters, including all Tucson-area lakes. Anglers should report any illegal activity to the Operation Game Thief Hotline. Bag limits for channel catfish and trout are enforced at local lakes; always check current regulations before fishing. Special events and additional stockings may occur—monitor official updates for the latest information.
Fishing Dashboard 🎣
Your one-stop hub for tides, catches, and weather — tailored to your favorite fishing spots
Tucson
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
TEMPERATURE
--
Feels like
--
WIND
--
--
--
PRECIPITATION
--
--
--
HUMIDITY
--
Relative humidity
--
PRESSURE
--
--
--
UV INDEX
--
--
--
VISIBILITY
--
Distance visible
--
WATER CONDITIONS
--
Water temperature
--
24-Hour Forecast
Fishing Spots Map
Unable to load map
There was an error loading the map. Please try refreshing the page.
Nearby Spots
About Our Fishing Forecasts
This forecast is generated by our proprietary Fishing Score algorithm (0-100%), which analyzes real-time data from Open-Meteo API, validated against NOAA CO-OPS tide gauges and USGS water monitoring stations. The model weighs tide dynamics (35%), wave energy (25%), wind patterns (20%), and time of day (20%)—factors proven to influence fish feeding behavior through marine biology research and decades of charter log data.
Our species guides combine bibliographic research from ichthyology and oceanography with expert angler experience to provide actionable fishing intelligence. Forecasts update every 6 hours for real-time accuracy.
⚠️ Important: Always verify local regulations before fishing. Conditions may vary—use this as a planning guide, not a guarantee.
Leave a Reply