Fishing

Fishing in Arizona

Discover 18 state parks offering fishing in Arizona

🐟 Arizona Fishing License at a Glance

Resident Annual $37
Non-Resident Annual $55
Youth Under 10 free
Senior 70+: $24
Trout Stamp $24.50
🎉 Free Fishing Days June 7, 2025

Youth combo (hunt/fish): $5—incredible value!

Official Arizona Fishing Info →

License fees and free fishing days shown as of June 2026 — fees and dates change yearly. Always confirm current rates and free-fishing dates via the official link above before purchasing.

18 State Parks

Arizona State Parks with Fishing

A view of Alamo Lake from on the water

Alamo Lake State Park

+7 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Stargazing Scenic Overlooks RV Biking ATV Riding
An overlooking view of nature in Buckskin Mountain State Park

Buckskin Mountain State Park

+9 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Bird Watching Scenic Overlooks Kayaking Canoeing Cave Tours Biking ATV Riding
A breathtaking view of the lake in Cattail Cove State Park

Cattail Cove State Park

+5 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Paddleboarding Waterfall Viewing Cave Tours
view from the shore at dankworth pond state park in arizona

Dankworth Pond State Park

+10 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Horseback Riding Bird Watching Golfing Kayaking Canoeing RV Cave Tours Biking
An overlooking landscape view of the river at Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

+5 Picnicking Horseback Riding Bird Watching RV Biking
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area (Arizona)

Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area

+4 Ice Fishing Paddleboarding Kayaking Canoeing
Sun shining through the trees at Fort Verde State Historic Park

Fort Verde State Historic Park

+5 Picnicking Horseback Riding Bird Watching Kayaking Cave Tours
view of the valley below Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park

Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park

+9 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Horseback Riding Bird Watching Stargazing Scenic Overlooks Golfing RV Cave Tours
tree and park bench next to the water at lake havasu state park in arizona

Lake Havasu State Park

+4 Scenic Overlooks Jet Skiing Water Skiing RV
Lyman Lake among the hills in Lyman Lake State Park

Lyman Lake State Park

+9 Wildlife Watching Picnicking Bird Watching Jet Skiing Water Skiing Kayaking Canoeing RV Biking
A boat dock at Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park

+7 Picnicking Mountain Biking Horseback Riding Bird Watching Stargazing RV Biking
clouds over the hills at River Island State Park

River Island State Park

+8 Picnicking Bird Watching Scenic Overlooks Kayaking Canoeing RV Cave Tours Biking
Mission Esperitu Santo through the trees at Goliad State Park

Rockin River Ranch State Park

+5 Mountain Biking Bird Watching Stargazing Kayaking Biking
shoreline campsites at Roper Lake State Park

Roper Lake State Park

+3 Wildlife Watching Picnicking RV
San Rafael State Natural Area (Arizona)

San Rafael State Natural Area

Natural water slide at Slide Rock State Park Oak Creek Canyon Arizona

Slide Rock State Park

+3 Scenic Overlooks Cave Tours Biking
Verde River Greenway State Natural Area (Arizona)

Verde River Greenway State Natural Area

+6 Mountain Biking Horseback Riding Bird Watching Stargazing Cave Tours Biking
cell block at Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

+1 Biking

❓ Fishing in Arizona — FAQ

Do I need a license to fish in Arizona state parks?

Yes — fishing in Arizona state parks generally requires a valid Arizona fishing license. A resident annual license costs $37, and a non-resident annual license costs $55. Youth and seniors are often exempt or pay reduced fees. Fees shown as of June 2026 — confirm current rates with the official state agency.

Are there free fishing days in Arizona?

Yes — Arizona offers free fishing days when no license is required (June 7, 2025). Exact dates change each year, so verify with the official Arizona agency before your trip.

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