Granite basin lake is man made and about 5 surface acres.
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There is a 5 00 admission charge for most areas of the lake.
Although fishing is usually rated as only fair to poor the patient angler can often catch bluegill largemouth bass or catfish.
Granite basin lake is a reservoir located just 5 miles from williamson in yavapai county in the state of arizona united states near granite basin summer homes az.
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It is also endorsed by the audobon society.
The lake is stocked regularly with rainbow trout by arizona game and fish.
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Granite basin lake is open for day use only year round.
If you fish granite basin lake and are having luck please e mail me at email protected so i can share your successes with others.
Be sure to plan enough time to visit some of the small towns maybe do some shopping and for sure include a side trip to granite basin lake.
This site closes following especially heavy snow and when the roads are too icy.
Fresh caught fish from arizona s lakes rivers and streams can be an important part of a healthy diet.
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So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel and head out to granite basin.
No matter where you live this drive is worth taking.
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The warming temperatures have increased the bite for largemouth and bluegill.
The warming temperatures have increased the bite for largemouth and bluegill.
It is not stocked with fish.
Whether you re spinning baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good.
The watson woods riparian preserve is located nearby and boasts hundreds of bird species including eagles and pelicans.
There are two boat launches at the lake as well as canoe and kayak rentals available.
If you fish granite basin lake and are having luck please e mail me at email protected so i can share your successes with others.
After major redevelopment coconino county and the city of williams reopened cataract lake county park in williams on april 13 2013.
A state of arizona fishing license is required for anglers over the age of 13 years.
Contact the prescott national forest directly at 928 443 8000.
Carp catfish crappie and largemouth bass can all be found in the lake.
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A single campsite is 18 00 per night or 36 00 for a double.
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It is convenient to granite basin lake granite mountain wilderness and five day use sites with picnic facilities and trail access.
Fish contain high quality protein and other essential nutrients are low in saturated fat and contain omega 3 fatty acids.
Arizona fish report granite basin lake fish report for 12 16 2016.