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Planning your next fishing trip in Tucson, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Tucson, Arizona centers around warm desert reservoirs, urban lakes, and reclaimed water ponds that hold surprising numbers of bass, catfish, sunfish, and stocked trout. Anglers here target everything from trophy largemouth bass at Parker Canyon Lake to winter rainbow trout in Tucson’s city parks, making the area a year‑round freshwater fishing destination in the Sonoran Desert. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Tucson include: Patagonia Lake, Sahuarita Lake, Silverbell Lake, Rose Canyon Lake, Parker Canyon Lake, Arivaca Lake, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:8 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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  • Waning Crescent - 4% illuminated Waning Crescent
Next Full Moon in ~17 days on 29th July
  • Distance to earth:
    363,372 km
    Proximity:
    99.4 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Tucson
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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    09:46 am - 11:46 am
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    10:21 pm - 12:21 am
All times are displayed in the America/Phoenix timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -7 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Crescent at 4% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Currently we have a minor fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -4 hour and -19 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Phoenix • Sun, 12 Jul 19:01 • 32.222, -110.926
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Tucson

Tucson, Arizona fishing revolves around a network of desert reservoirs, irrigation impoundments, and urban lakes that fish far better than they look from the road. Key waters include Patagonia Lake, Parker Canyon Lake, Pena Blanca Lake, Rose Canyon Lake in the Catalina Mountains, and multiple Tucson urban lakes such as Silverbell, Kennedy, Lincoln, Lakeside, and Sahuarita. These venues support strong populations of bass, catfish, sunfish, and seasonally stocked rainbow trout.

Seasonal patterns in the Tucson area hinge on water temperature. Late February through May is prime largemouth bass time at Patagonia, Parker Canyon, Pena Blanca, and Sahuarita. Bass slide shallow to stage and spawn on gravel and rock, making them accessible with Texas-rigged plastics, finesse worms, and small swimbaits. Summer heat pushes fish deep by mid-morning; dawn, dusk, and after-dark sessions with topwaters, crankbaits, and big plastics over points and ledges are most productive. From late October through early March, cool water brings on the best trout fishing, especially at Rose Canyon Lake and the regularly stocked urban Community Fishing Program waters.

Habitat and structure are critical in these mostly clear, structure-limited desert lakes. At Patagonia and Pena Blanca, focus on rocky points, submerged brush, flooded mesquite, and any isolated cover. In Parker Canyon’s relatively shallow basin, weedlines and the old river channel are the prime highways for bass and catfish. Rose Canyon offers classic mountain-lake structure: rocky banks, downed timber, and a defined dam-face drop-off. Urban lakes around Tucson are simple bowls, so subtle depth changes, aerator lines, and corners near inflows or outflows concentrate fish.

Techniques for key species are straightforward but benefit from finesse. For largemouth bass, downsized presentations consistently outproduce big power baits in Tucson’s often clear water. Use 4–6" worms on drop-shot or light Texas rigs, 1/8–1/4 oz jigheads with soft swimbaits, and small suspending jerkbaits around rocky banks. In low light, walk-the-dog topwaters and buzzing frogs over shallow flats can draw quality fish at Patagonia and Sahuarita.

Catfish tactics shine in warm months and at night. Channel catfish in Tucson’s urban lakes respond well to prepared stink baits, chicken liver, and cut shad or mackerel fished on simple slip-sinker rigs. At Patagonia and Parker Canyon, anchor or drift near the old channel, deeper points, or the dam face at dusk, using heavier gear and larger chunks of cut bait for a chance at bigger channel cats or the occasional flathead. A small glow stick on your rod tip and circle hooks help with subtle bites after dark.

Trout and panfish give consistent action, especially for shore anglers. In winter, stocked rainbow trout at Rose Canyon and urban lakes fall for PowerBait on light leaders, small inline spinners, and 1/16 oz marabou jigs retrieved slowly. Bluegill and redear sunfish are abundant in Patagonia, Pena Blanca, and city ponds, and they’re easily caught on micro-jigs, tiny pieces of nightcrawler, or red worms under a small float around docks, riprap, and any visible cover.

Practical tactical tips for Tucson fishing include starting early, fishing evenings or nights in summer, and using light line—6–10 lb fluorocarbon or mono—for clearer water. Wind can quickly stack bait and active fish on the wind-blown side of lakes like Patagonia and Pena Blanca, so avoid hiding from the breeze when you’re trying to locate a bite. In ultra-bright desert conditions, polarized sunglasses help you spot beds, cruising fish, and subtle color changes that often indicate the only productive structure in an otherwise featureless bank.

The Best Fishing Spots around Tucson

Patagonia Lake

A scenic reservoir on Sonoita Creek about an hour south of Tucson, Patagonia Lake is a regional favorite for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and seasonal rainbow trout; spring and fall see strong bass action around coves and submerged timber, while summer evenings are prime for catfish from shore or by boat; its broad coves, marina access, and trails make it a versatile choice compared with smaller urban waters like Kennedy Lake.

Sahuarita Lake

Just south of Tucson in the Town of Sahuarita, this urban lake draws steady crowds for stocked rainbow trout in the cooler months and channel catfish in warmer weather, with resident largemouth bass and sunfish available year-round; anglers work the piers and accessible shoreline, while hand-launched craft probe drop-offs—an experience that feels more open than compact city spots like Silverbell Lake.

Silverbell Lake

Located at Christopher Columbus Park on Tucson’s west side, Silverbell Lake is a heavily used shoreline fishery known for put-and-take rainbow trout in the cooler season and robust channel catfish stockings in warmer months, plus catchable sunfish and largemouth bass; its multiple banks and piers offer quick hits after work, contrasting with the more expansive feel of Patagonia Lake.

Rose Canyon Lake

High on Mount Lemmon in the Santa Catalina Mountains, this cool pine-shaded lake is Tucson’s classic summer escape for rainbow trout, with the best bites on bright mornings and evenings along rocky banks and inlets; clear water, cooler temps, and shoreline-only access create a tranquil trout experience distinct from the warmwater focus at Kennedy Lake.

Parker Canyon Lake

South of Sonoita in rolling grasslands, Parker Canyon Lake is a favorite for mixed-bag fishing: rainbow trout thrive in cool months, while largemouth bass, channel catfish, and sunfish fill out the rest of the year; anglers work windblown points and timber from shore or rental boats, an experience that feels larger-scale than urban waters like Lakeside Lake.

Arivaca Lake

A desert reservoir west of the town of Arivaca, this shallow, weedy lake is known for quality largemouth bass and solid sunfish action, with topwater bites at first and last light and deeper presentations along edges as the sun rises; its quiet, brush-ringed coves suit kayaks and float tubes and offer a more remote feel than suburban favorites like Sahuarita Lake.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Tucson area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Tucson. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Arroyo Chico - 2.82946090544km , Julian Wash - 5.24157683238km , Arcadia Wash - 6.3560993578km , West Branch Santa Cruz River - 6.35831538506km , Tanque Verde Wash - 7.06738445719km , Pantano Wash - 7.07541959839km , Kennedy Park Creek - 8.42465478803km , Ventana Canyon Wash - 8.85003336413km , Kennedy Park Dam - 8.91281535813km , Sabino Creek - 10.50925779741km , Lakeside Park Dam - 10.85400793439km , Kinnison Wash - 10.85400793439km , Atterbury Wash - 11.22868468042km , Geronimo Wash - 11.62145155547km , Esperero Wash - 12.63807915802km , Agua Caliente Wash - 13.33559708036km , Rillito River - 15.83730553411km , Rincon Creek - 18.78530411965km , Sutherland Wash - 21.84032530132km , Lemmon Creek - 22.04897641727km , Rocking K Ranch Estates Dam - 22.35729965098km , Sausaulito Creek - 22.68150806447km , Cummings Reservoir Dam - 25.76098902259km , Twentyseven Wash - 26.03033581447km , Old Taylor Tank Dam - 26.430824029km , Lower Rose Canyon Dam - 27.25291594894km , Sahuarita Wash - 27.88332042288km , Missions Tailings Dam Number Two - 29.58313875442km , Mission Tailings Dam Number One - 29.58313875442km , Esperanza Tailings Dam - 29.58313875442km , Batamote Wash - 30.01379478777km , Rodolfo Wash - 30.53730455489km , Marjorie Wash - 30.75739270603km , Indian Town Wash - 30.82022015461km , Chirreon Wash - 31.1124655074km , Angelica Wash - 31.27005330539km , Dodge Tank Wash - 32.52161517867km , Indian Well Wash - 32.74537492281km , Twentynine Wash - 32.96272884013km , Agua Verde Creek - 33.20389814055km

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