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General Discussion / AZGFD seeks public input on pr...
Last post by OneBlade - June 25, 2026, 06:36 AMFrom AZGFD: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/AZGFD/bulletins/41d9511
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking public input on proposed changes to the 2027-28 Arizona fishing regulations. There are seven proposed changes:
Establish daily bag limits at East Mesa Community Park Pond.
Amend the daily bag limits at Maricopa Lake in Youngtown.
Amend bass limits for Sahuarita Lake, Kennedy Lake, Silverbell Lake, and Lakeside Lake (Tucson area at 4 CFP waters).
Remove current special regulations at Lee Valley Lake and return it to statewide regulations to address a management need to improve fishing for the public.
Remove current special regulations at Lee Valley Creek and return it to statewide regulations to match proposed regulations for Lee Valley Lake.
Increasing spearfishing opportunities at Lake Powell.
Catch and release only for largemouth bass at Cluff Ranch Pond 3.
The proposed changes, and the rationale behind them, can be found at Commission Order 40 Proposals 2027-28.
A public forum webcast is scheduled for July 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. to further discuss the proposals and to take public comments. Visit www.azgfd.gov/fishinginput to view the webcast.
Written comments can be submitted by email to fishregscomments@azgfd.gov through July 24, 2026. Comments can also be submitted by U.S. mail to Arizona Game and Fish Department, Attn: Amberle Jones, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
The proposed regulation changes are scheduled to be presented to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission at its public meeting Aug. 7, 2026, in Williams, Ariz., at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. The public is welcome to attend. An agenda will be posted in advance of the meeting at www.azgfd.gov/Agency/Commission.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is seeking public input on proposed changes to the 2027-28 Arizona fishing regulations. There are seven proposed changes:
Establish daily bag limits at East Mesa Community Park Pond.
Amend the daily bag limits at Maricopa Lake in Youngtown.
Amend bass limits for Sahuarita Lake, Kennedy Lake, Silverbell Lake, and Lakeside Lake (Tucson area at 4 CFP waters).
Remove current special regulations at Lee Valley Lake and return it to statewide regulations to address a management need to improve fishing for the public.
Remove current special regulations at Lee Valley Creek and return it to statewide regulations to match proposed regulations for Lee Valley Lake.
Increasing spearfishing opportunities at Lake Powell.
Catch and release only for largemouth bass at Cluff Ranch Pond 3.
The proposed changes, and the rationale behind them, can be found at Commission Order 40 Proposals 2027-28.
A public forum webcast is scheduled for July 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. to further discuss the proposals and to take public comments. Visit www.azgfd.gov/fishinginput to view the webcast.
Written comments can be submitted by email to fishregscomments@azgfd.gov through July 24, 2026. Comments can also be submitted by U.S. mail to Arizona Game and Fish Department, Attn: Amberle Jones, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
The proposed regulation changes are scheduled to be presented to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission at its public meeting Aug. 7, 2026, in Williams, Ariz., at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel. The public is welcome to attend. An agenda will be posted in advance of the meeting at www.azgfd.gov/Agency/Commission.
#2
San Carlos / Re: San Carlos
Last post by OneBlade - June 04, 2026, 08:44 PMLooks fake to me but ya never know. Posted by Dewey Wesley Jr. on Facebook FishAZ page.
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All Other Lakes / May 2026 Crappie Fishing Repor...
Last post by OneBlade - May 26, 2026, 06:57 AMMay 2026 Crappie Fishing Report
The following up-to-date report was provided by AZ Crappie Sniper Guide Service. Check out the May 2026 Crappie Now article Arizona Crappie at a Distance Randy Howton was recently featured in. If you're interested in a guided trip for crappie contact Randy Howton at 623-640-9193 and randyhowton@yahoo.com.
Alamo Lake
Crappie are roaming in 15–25 feet of water and can be found throughout the lake. Anglers are catching fish casting single jigs, but trolling minnows about 10 feet below the surface could also produce bites almost anywhere on the lake.
Bartlett Lake
Crappie are spread throughout the lake, from main lake habitats to many coves between Yellow Cliffs and the river area, all relating to structure. The fish are receiving heavy pressure, so staying 40–50 feet away from structure can help avoid spooking them. Night fishing has been very productive. In the mornings, start with jigs, then switch to minnows if the jig bite slows down.
Lake Pleasant
The lake is fishing well, especially for smaller crappie. Minnows fished in submerged trees are producing the best action, but anglers need to keep moving until they locate the right tree with plenty of solid 12-inch fish being caught.
Roosevelt Lake
Anglers are still catching crappie around Windy Hill near the Arizona Game and Fish habitats. Focus on structure in about 25 feet of water using either jigs or minnows. Fish may be found anywhere from 15 to 35 feet deep depending on conditions.
Notice
Check out our latest AZCA Crappie Fishing Report and Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/0db6f98c9bfa/azca-crappie-fishing-report-newsletter-2645 (be sure and subscribe to receive them to your inbox)
And if you appreciate these fishing reports, please help this community and post your own crappie fishing report in our Lake Reports forum board: https://forum.azcrappie.com/index.php#c4
The following up-to-date report was provided by AZ Crappie Sniper Guide Service. Check out the May 2026 Crappie Now article Arizona Crappie at a Distance Randy Howton was recently featured in. If you're interested in a guided trip for crappie contact Randy Howton at 623-640-9193 and randyhowton@yahoo.com.
Alamo Lake
Crappie are roaming in 15–25 feet of water and can be found throughout the lake. Anglers are catching fish casting single jigs, but trolling minnows about 10 feet below the surface could also produce bites almost anywhere on the lake.
Bartlett Lake
Crappie are spread throughout the lake, from main lake habitats to many coves between Yellow Cliffs and the river area, all relating to structure. The fish are receiving heavy pressure, so staying 40–50 feet away from structure can help avoid spooking them. Night fishing has been very productive. In the mornings, start with jigs, then switch to minnows if the jig bite slows down.
Lake Pleasant
The lake is fishing well, especially for smaller crappie. Minnows fished in submerged trees are producing the best action, but anglers need to keep moving until they locate the right tree with plenty of solid 12-inch fish being caught.
Roosevelt Lake
Anglers are still catching crappie around Windy Hill near the Arizona Game and Fish habitats. Focus on structure in about 25 feet of water using either jigs or minnows. Fish may be found anywhere from 15 to 35 feet deep depending on conditions.
Notice
Check out our latest AZCA Crappie Fishing Report and Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/0db6f98c9bfa/azca-crappie-fishing-report-newsletter-2645 (be sure and subscribe to receive them to your inbox)
And if you appreciate these fishing reports, please help this community and post your own crappie fishing report in our Lake Reports forum board: https://forum.azcrappie.com/index.php#c4
#6
San Carlos / Re: San Carlos
Last post by Fishless - May 24, 2026, 07:42 PMWhat a shame, hard to tell but it looks like a lot of them are crappie 
#7
San Carlos / Re: San Carlos
Last post by OneBlade - May 24, 2026, 01:34 PMI realize folks here may not have Facebook access but if you do, here's a video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1327840152625915
Fish kill in progress, attaching a screenshot of the video.
Fish kill in progress, attaching a screenshot of the video.
#8
San Carlos / Re: San Carlos
Last post by OneBlade - May 21, 2026, 07:31 AMLake is getting really low now.
#9
Upcoming Events / Re: Let's Talk Fishin' 2025-20...
Last post by OneBlade - May 19, 2026, 05:29 PMLTF CRAPPIE CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND
The 2025-2026 LTF Crappie season has come to an end.
Congratulations goes out to team AZ Slab Hunters for taking down this weekends two day tournament win with an impressive total weight of 24.97lbs and the events big fish at 2.23lbs.
Team Nesiu earned just enough points during the season to edge out the win for the LTF Crappie Division's Team Anglers of The Year honors.
For more details from the season, pictures, records and more please check out the LTF club's website at: https://www.letstalkfishin.com/
A big THANK YOU goes out to the LTF crappie tournament main sponsors: Parts Authority, DeLong Insurance Group, Mudshark Marine, Robojunkie Boat Detail LLC.
We would like to thank Tracy and Teresa from Let's Talk Fishin for a well run season and for hanging with us crappie anglers. We couldn't have done it without you two!
A big THANKS also goes out to all of the crappie anglers that participated this season and we look forward to seeing you all (and many more) next season.
The 2025-2026 LTF Crappie season has come to an end.
Congratulations goes out to team AZ Slab Hunters for taking down this weekends two day tournament win with an impressive total weight of 24.97lbs and the events big fish at 2.23lbs.
Team Nesiu earned just enough points during the season to edge out the win for the LTF Crappie Division's Team Anglers of The Year honors.
For more details from the season, pictures, records and more please check out the LTF club's website at: https://www.letstalkfishin.com/
A big THANK YOU goes out to the LTF crappie tournament main sponsors: Parts Authority, DeLong Insurance Group, Mudshark Marine, Robojunkie Boat Detail LLC.
We would like to thank Tracy and Teresa from Let's Talk Fishin for a well run season and for hanging with us crappie anglers. We couldn't have done it without you two!
A big THANKS also goes out to all of the crappie anglers that participated this season and we look forward to seeing you all (and many more) next season.
#10
Upcoming Events / Re: Let's Talk Fishin' 2025-20...
Last post by OneBlade - May 12, 2026, 07:19 AMY'all have 1 more chance to earn bragging rights and win some nice $$$ at the final crappie tournament of the season this weekend! The final LTF Crappie event for the 2025-2026 season is this coming weekend 5/16 & 5/17 @ Roosevelt Lake! The crappie bite at Roosevelt Lake has picked up & it's time to stick some slabs!
Saturday's event is a normal tournament and ALL ANGLERS are invited.
Sunday's Championship event will ONLY be for the anglers that qualified by fishing the required number of season events.
PLEASE NOTE: All LTF monthly crappie tournaments DO NOT REQUIRE ANY MEMBERSHIP FEES & you can have up to 4 people on the boat.
Make sure to save some time and go to the LTF club's website LetsTalkFishin.com to register, pay and get an early number. This really helps so all you have to do the morning of the event is check in. You can also pay at the lake.
If you have any questions about anything please reach out to Tracy at LTF.
Saturday's event is a normal tournament and ALL ANGLERS are invited.
Sunday's Championship event will ONLY be for the anglers that qualified by fishing the required number of season events.
PLEASE NOTE: All LTF monthly crappie tournaments DO NOT REQUIRE ANY MEMBERSHIP FEES & you can have up to 4 people on the boat.
Make sure to save some time and go to the LTF club's website LetsTalkFishin.com to register, pay and get an early number. This really helps so all you have to do the morning of the event is check in. You can also pay at the lake.
If you have any questions about anything please reach out to Tracy at LTF.