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Caught a trophy Striped Bass in Morristown
Striped Bass Fishing in Lake Pleasant
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The Striped Bass belongs to the Moronidae family and Perciformes order, making it a close relative to white bass and yellow bass. These powerful gamefish are prized by anglers for their strong fights and excellent table fare. In Lake Pleasant, striped bass have established a thriving population, providing year-round fishing opportunities with peak seasons during late spring through early fall. - Striped bass in Lake Pleasant typically range from 20-55 inches in length and can weigh between 10-81 pounds. - These fish are adaptable to both river and lake environments, often found near underwater structure and depth changes.
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Summary
Saturday June brought perfect conditions for our Lake Pleasant fishing charter out of Morristown, AZ. Guide Glenn Diaz of No Limit Fishing led us to prime striped bass spots where the action was non-stop. Using a combination of jigging, trolling, and light tackle techniques, we targeted the lake's aggressive stripers. Lake Pleasant offers some of Arizona's best fishing opportunities with consistent action throughout the summer months. The clear waters and beautiful scenery make this guided fishing trip a must for both experienced anglers looking to land trophy striped bass and beginners wanting to learn proper techniques. All equipment is provided, making it easy to just show up and enjoy a productive day on the water.
Fishing Charter with Glenn Diaz – Rates & Booking
Guide Glenn Diaz of No Limit Fishing on Saturday June offers a 5-hour private fishing trip on Lake Pleasant, perfect for anglers of all skill levels. This trip is designed for 2 people, with the option to add more guests. All fishing equipment is provided, so you can simply show up ready for an action-packed day targeting striped bass. Glenn is a licensed guide with extensive knowledge of Lake Pleasant's fishing patterns and hotspots, ensuring you get the most out of your time on the water.
Highlights of Private Fishing at Lake Pleasant – Arizona's Premier Striped Bass Destination | 5 Hour Trip (AM/PM)
Lake Pleasant is known as one of Arizona's top striped bass fishing destinations, offering exciting action throughout the warmer months. The 5-hour trip format gives you plenty of time on the water to target these hard-fighting fish using various techniques. Glenn specializes in jigging, trolling, and light tackle approaches that consistently produce results.
The trip offers the perfect mix of action and scenic beauty. As you fish the lake's productive waters, you'll be surrounded by stunning desert landscape views that make Lake Pleasant a unique fishing experience. The clear water and responsive fish create memorable battles, especially when a bigger striper hits your line.
Local Species Insights: Striped Bass
Lake Pleasant has developed a reputation as Arizona's premier striped bass fishery. These powerful fish thrive in the lake's deep, clear waters and provide exciting battles for anglers. During summer months like June, stripers often school up and feed aggressively, creating opportunities for fast action.
Glenn targets these fish by focusing on depth changes, underwater structure, and baitfish movements. Morning and evening periods typically produce the best action, though stripers can be caught throughout the day with the right approach. The average Lake Pleasant striper runs 2-5 pounds, but larger specimens exceeding 10 pounds are possible, especially when using live bait or larger artificial lures.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Your Lake Pleasant fishing trip includes a well-equipped fishing boat, all necessary tackle, and expert guidance from Glenn. The charter accommodates up to 2 anglers comfortably, with early morning starts recommended during summer to take advantage of the best fishing conditions before the midday heat. Bring sun protection, a camera to document your catches, and any preferred snacks and drinks. Glenn handles all the technical aspects of the trip so you can focus on enjoying the fishing experience and the beautiful surroundings of Lake Pleasant.
Fishing in Lake Pleasant: Striped Bass
The Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) is a powerful and sought-after gamefish belonging to the Moronidae family and Perciformes order. Instantly recognizable by the seven to eight horizontal dark stripes running along its silvery sides, this fish offers Morristown anglers exciting challenges throughout the year, especially during June when they become more active in Lake Pleasant.
Striped Bass Overview
Striped Bass are aggressive predators known for their strong fights and excellent table fare. Originally native to Atlantic coastal waters, they've been successfully stocked in many freshwater impoundments across the country, including Arizona's Lake Pleasant where they've established thriving populations. Anglers prize them for their combination of size, power, and eating quality.
Striped Bass Habitat and Distribution
While naturally anadromous (migrating from salt to freshwater to spawn), landlocked populations like those in Lake Pleasant have adapted completely to freshwater environments. They prefer deep, clear water with access to open areas for feeding and rocky structure for shelter. In Lake Pleasant, they're typically found around main lake points, deep channels, and near the dam where baitfish concentrate.
Striped Bass Size and Weight
Striped Bass in Lake Pleasant typically range from 20 to 55 inches in length and can weigh anywhere from 10 to 81 pounds when fully mature. Most commonly caught specimens are in the 3-10 pound range, though the lake regularly produces larger fish, especially during prime feeding periods.
Striped Bass Diet and Behavior
These fish are voracious predators that primarily feed on shad, herring, and other baitfish. They're known for their schooling behavior, especially when hunting, which can create exciting "boils" on the water's surface when they drive baitfish upward. Stripers are most active during dawn and dusk but will feed throughout the day when conditions are favorable.
Striped Bass Spawning Season
Striped Bass typically spawn in late spring when water temperatures reach 60-70°F. While natural reproduction in Lake Pleasant is limited, they undergo spawning behaviors in the northern river arms of the lake. During this period, they can become more aggressive and concentrated in certain areas, creating prime fishing opportunities.
Striped Bass Fishing Techniques
Several productive techniques work well for Lake Pleasant stripers. Vertical jigging with spoons or bucktail jigs in 30-60 feet of water is highly effective, especially when fish are holding deep. Trolling with deep-diving crankbaits or downriggers consistently produces results when covering water. In June around Morristown, early morning topwater action can be explosive when stripers chase shad on the surface. Live shad or anchovies are top natural bait choices when the bite gets tough.
Striped Bass Is It Good to Eat?
Striped Bass offers excellent table fare with firm, white, flaky meat that's mild in flavor. It's versatile for cooking methods including grilling, baking, or frying. The meat is high in protein and beneficial omega-3 fatty acids while being relatively low in mercury compared to many other predatory fish. For best results, smaller to mid-sized fish (under 10 pounds) typically provide the best eating quality.
Striped Bass Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for Striped Bass in Lake Pleasant?
A: Live threadfin shad is the premium bait, but cut anchovies, chicken liver, and artificial lures like deep-diving crankbaits, jigging spoons, and swimbaits are also highly effective.
Q: Where can I find Striped Bass near Morristown?
A: Focus on the deeper sections of Lake Pleasant, particularly near the dam, main lake points, and submerged creek channels. During summer months, look for them suspending over deeper water or chasing bait on the surface early and late in the day.
Q: Is Striped Bass good to eat?
A: Yes, Striped Bass is excellent table fare with firm, white flesh that's mild and flavorful. It's versatile for various cooking methods and provides good nutritional value.
Q: When is the best time to catch Striped Bass in Lake Pleasant?
A: The best fishing typically occurs from May through October, with June being particularly productive. Daily, the first and last hours of daylight offer prime fishing opportunities, though night fishing can be excellent during summer months.
Q: What size Striped Bass can I expect to catch in Lake Pleasant?
A: Most Striped Bass caught in Lake Pleasant range from 2-8 pounds, though fish in the teens are not uncommon, and specimens exceeding 20 pounds are caught every year.
Q: Do I need special tackle for Striped Bass fishing?
A: Medium to medium-heavy spinning or baitcasting gear with 12-20 pound test line works well. When targeting larger fish or fishing around structure, heavier tackle may be beneficial.
