- There are several lakes located within minutes of downtown Prescott.
- The local lakes are all stocked with fish – you can fish from the shore or rent a kayak or canoe and fish from the lake.
- Don’t miss out on the Prescott fishing – be sure to get your fishing permit in order to partake!
Where should I go fishing?
Goldwater Lake
This 15-acre lake off of Senator Highway is surrounded by desert brush and pinion oaks.
- Location: The lake is located about four miles off of Gurley Street, off of Mount Vernon Street (which becomes Senator Highway).
- Seasons: It is accessible year round and does not freeze in the winter.
- Marina/Boat Launch: There is one boat launch at the east end of the lake.
- Boat Restrictions: Only motors that do not use gasoline are allowed.
- Camping: There is no camping here at the lake.
- Fishing: You can fish at both the shore and in a boat. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, crappie and catfish.
Lynx Lake
Over 90,000 people visit this 55-acre lake each year. Boat rentals are available.
- Location: Just minutes from downtown Prescott, Lynx Lake is located about four miles off of Walker Road.
- Seasons: The lake is open year-round.
- Marina/Boat Launch: The marina is located on the northwest end of the shore. There is also a boat ramp at the southern end of the lake.
- Boat Restrictions: Electrically powered boat motors only, please.
- Camping: There are two campgrounds in the Lynx area, the Hilltop Campground Facilities and the Lynx Lake Campground Facilities.
- Fishing: People fish from both the shore and from within boats on the lake. It is regularly stocked with rainbow trout.
Watson Lake
380-acres of beautiful blue water make up this lake; explore among the granite boulders and outcroppings.
- Location: About four miles from downtown Prescott, off of Highway 89.
- Seasons: The lake is open year-round.
- Marina/Boat Launch: There are two boat launches at Watson.
- Boat Restrictions: Gas powered and electric powered motors are allowed, but there is a maximum 5 MPH speed limit.
- Camping: During the summer months there is camping. There are restrooms, showers, picnic tables, grills and fish cleaning stations.
- Fishing: Watson is stocked with largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill and sunfish.
Do I need a permit/license?
In order to fish, individuals 13 and up will need to have a valid fishing license, which you can get at any one of the local outdoor shops.
I am looking for a fishing guide.
Check out the list of vendors below – they can tell you everything you need to know to make your next Prescott fishing trip successful!
