Arizona Fishing Heats Up With Cooler Weather

Widespread rains across the state have helped drop lake water temperatures. Look for fish to get active once again, assuming this typical pattern holds true. We'll see.

Lake Pleasant

The top-water striper bite at Lake Pleasant is picking up. Get there at first light or you might miss the boils. Cover lots of water and look for birds or surface activity. Try top-water lures, jerkbaits and flies. (Zara Spook Juniors and buzzbaits tend to be successful this time of the year.)

Roosevelt Lake

The water temperature is beginning to fall at Roosevelt Lake. The low-80s in the morning to mid-80s in the...