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Fishing At A1 Lake Arizona
This waterway was named in honor of the great Apache scout, Chief Alchesay, whose native name proved so difficult for U.S. Army officials to pronounce that they simply referred to him as A-1. The label stuck and became his official U.S. Cavalry serial number. I can't think of a more fitting moniker for this waterway-often the first White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation reservoir seen by anglers. It's most befitting of a scout.
At only 24 surface acres, A-1 may not have the stature of the many nearby White Mountain Lakes, but you can expect to catch rainbow, brook and Apache trout here year round. In fact, it's a popular destination for ice fishermen once it freezes, a time when Apache trout are more catchable than the lake's other species. -G.J Sagi, from the travel handbook Fishing Arizona
Map of A1 Lake Arizona
Directions to A1 Lake Arizona
To get to A1 Lake just drive east on Hwy 260 and just before reaching the 273 south look for the signs to the lake. Use the map above to help you out.
Information for A1 Lake Arizona
| Consumption Advisory |
To check if there is an advisory read this Game and Fish article. |
| Restrictions/Season of Use |
Open all year Stocked first in May |
| GPS |
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| Land Ownership |
A1 Lake is owned by the White Mountain Apache Tribe |
| Tournament this week |
No |
| Elevation |
The elevation at A1 Lake is 8900 feet |
| Max Surface Acers |
24 |
| Spawning Season |
Spring for other species and stocked regularly through the summer with trout starting in May |
| River lake Impounds |
A1 Lake impounds the Black River |
| Water Temp |
cold |
| Average Depth |
A1 is a swallow lake that freezes in the winter months 15 to 20 feet tops |
| Road Condition |
Paved with a dirt parking lot |
| Fly Fishing |
You can fly fish at A1 Lake they have Rainbow, brookie, Apache and Brown trout |
| Bait Fishing |
You can bait fish at A1 Lake |
| Access Fee |
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| Tonto Pass |
You do not need a Tonto Pass for A1 Lake |
| Bag Limit |
Trout: 5 for adults (15 and over) 3 for juveniles (10-14) 2 for kids (under 10)
Bass and Catfish: 15 for adults, 8 for juveniles, 8 for kids
All other species "No limit" |
| Boats to Rent |
No |
| Licenses for Sale |
No |
| Swimming |
No |
| Camping |
Yes |
| Drinking Water |
No |
| Barrier free Access |
No |
| Restrooms |
Yes |
| Trailer Spaces |
Yes nearby |
| Electricity |
No |
| Boat & Engine Restrictions |
Electric only |
| Launching Area |
Yes |
| Water Skiing |
No |
| Cleaning Stations |
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| Phone Number for Water Level |
Game and Fish (928)367-4281 |
| Marinas |
No marinas at A1 Lake |
| Bait Shops |
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| Ranger Station |
Pinetop Game and Fish (928)367-4281 or the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest at (928)333-4301 |
| Ranger District |
Pinetop Game and Fish |
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Last Updated on Sunday, 21 November 2010 19:53 |
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