TUCSON URBAN — There are no scheduled fish stockings at Urban Fishing Program waters from July 1 through Sept. 15. When lake temperatures decrease in the fall, catfish stockings will resume.

This fall, a total of four catfish stockings are planned at two-week intervals before fish stockings switch over to rainbow trout in mid November.  Fishing at Urban Program waters will remain slow throughout the summer. Catfish can still be caught, especially from the larger lakes, with bluegill, bass and carp still providing some fun for persistent anglers.

Fishing activity has slowed over the summer due to high water temperatures and absence of fish stockings through July and August.  Catfish up to four pounds are still being reported along with fish in the two-pound range, but catch rates are poor overall.  The last seasonal (spring/summer) stocking of catfish was June 25.  Generally, the best bite is late in the evening; however some anglers are finding hungry cats in the middle of the day.  Try baits such as stink bait or shrimp fished on the bottom without a sinker.

Sunfish continue to bite throughout the summer on small worms fished under a bobber; mornings are best.  Largemouth fishing is slow with the best activity around dawn for anglers using finesse worms rigged drop-shot or split-shot style, or try topwater at first light.

RIGGS FLAT — Fishing remains slow with a few fish are being caught.

CLUFF RANCH — No recent reports of success. A new fishing pier has been installed which should provide a large increase in access for shore anglers. For lake information call (928) 485-9430.

ROPER LAKE — No recent reports of success. For lake information call (928) 428-6760.

DANKWORTH POND — No recent reports of success. For lake information call (928) 428-6760.

FRYE MESA RESERVIOR – Fishing remains slow as the fish have gone deep to beat the heat. Early morning and late evenings are producing a few fish though.

KEARNY LAKES — The lake remains fishless due to golden algae problems.

ARIVACA — The lake has come up and anglers should have no problem launching their boats. The fishing remains fair. The top water bite continues to be good in the late evening. Jan. 1 marks a change in the motor restrictions at this lake. Motors 10 horsepower or less will now be legal for use at Arivaca. Anglers are encouraged to please be aware of your wake so as not to disrupt other anglers fishing from other boats and the shore. Remember that all bass must be immediately released back to the water.

PENA BLANCA – The boat ramp at Pena Blanca lake is now open. Please use caution as the approach road is rough and there is still lots of debris along the edges of the road. No recent reports of success. Be aware that the lake will be drained and renovated late this fall to remove mercury contaminated sediment form the lake bottom. The lake now has a 10 HP limit but be aware of your wake so as not to disrupt other people fishing in boats or on shore. The mercury advisory for all warm water fish is in effect. Bass less than 13 inches long must be immediately released. The daily bag limit for bass is four. Jan. 1 marked a change in the motor restrictions at this lake. Motors 10 horsepower or less will now be legal for use at Pena Blanca.

PATAGONIA — Recent storms have filled the lake and water is going over the spillway. Boaters should use caution as there is debris from flooding floating in the lake. Bass fishing is fair to good using almost any crank baits or worms. There are lots of bluegill and red ear being caught on any bait. Most are pretty small but great fun for kids.

PARKER CANYON —Fishing is slow with few reports of success. The lake is full.

ROSE CANYON LAKE — The fishing remains slow.