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Lake Mohave

Boat Ramps
4
Access Points
7
Species
15

Lake Mohave is a remarkable reservoir located along the Colorado River between Hoover Dam and Davis Dam, defining the border between Nevada and Arizona. With approximately 26,500 acres of surface area, a maximum depth of 120 feet, and an elevation of 647 feet, this diverse fishery supports both warm and cold-water species. Sections of the reservoir maintain relatively cool temperatures of 53°F thanks to inflow from Lake Mead and shade cast by steep canyon walls. Lake Mohave is renowned for its trophy fish, particularly striped bass, which have become the dominant game fish since their introduction in the 1981, offering anglers exceptional fishing opportunities year-round.


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Mohave. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Lake Mohave

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Nevada licenses and regulations

Nevada Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Nevada Fishing License

All persons fishing are subject to the license requirements listed be­low. Except for some “interstate waters” (Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Colorado River), anglers 12 years of age and older are required to obtain and possess a license or permit to fish. Nonresident anglers under 12 years of age are not required to have a license, but the number of fish taken by such nonresident anglers must not exceed 50 percent of the limit as provided by law. (For instance, if the limit is five, these young anglers may take only two fish.) Fishing license and permit requirements also apply to persons taking fish by means of spear or bow and arrow. (Refer to NRS 502.010)

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Nevada Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Nevada Stream Access Laws

In Nevada, navigable streams are those capable of being used or that have been used for commerce, such as floating logs to market. These streams can be floated, and probably fished, recreationally. The right to portage obstructions is undecided in Nevada. It is unlawful for any person to hunt, fish in non-navigable waters or trap upon land which is private property where the person has been warned by the owner or occupant of the property not to trespass.

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Take Lake Mohave with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Lake Mohave to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Mohave to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

See the best times to fish Lake Mohave and check the forecast before you go.

LAKE MOHAVE AT DAVIS DAM, AZ-NV

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