Picacho Reservoir

Note: Picacho Lake/Reservoir has been reported dry in the reviews below:

Conveniently located in the heart of Arizona, Picacho Reservoir can offer some of the best bass fishing in the entire state. While record-breaking heat may drive many anglers from its water, those who brave the soaring temperatures regularly return with stories of broken rods, incredible hits and catches of up to twenty fish a day, including some in the 5-pound class.


Arizona fishermen rarely talk about Picaho Reservoir. Instead they deliberately "forget" all about its productive depths. They hope the unmarked route will remain unmarked. An hour north of Tucson and only 12 miles from Casa Grande, this lake could well be area anglers' best-kept secret. -G.J. Sagi, from the essential travel handbook Fishing Arizona

GPS:

Latitude: 32° 50' 51.66"N Longitude:111° 29' 1.32"W

Phone Numbers for more information::

Game and Fish (602)79-3701

Restrictions/Season of Use:

Open all year

Road Conditions:

Paved to dirt

Land Ownership:

This lake was part of the San Carlos Irrigation Project

Ranger Station/District:

Game and Fish (602)79-3701 / Tucson Game and Fish (520) 628-5376

Elevation:

1500 ft

Max Surface Acres:

50 on average

Average Depth:

10 ft

Bag Limit:

As posted

Boat/Engine Restrictions:

Any size motor.

Boats to Rent:

No

Swimming:

No

Camping:

Yes

Electricity:

No

Water Skiing:

No

Cleaning Stations:

No

Marinas:

No

I-10 to 87 and follow it for about 8 miles. East on Selma. After you cross the railroad tracks, turn right and you will see it