Colorado River - Willow Beach - Willow Beach, NV

Willow Beach, situated on the Colorado River just below Hoover Dam, is a premier coldwater fishery featuring consistent year-round angling for rainbow trout, striped bass, and largemouth bass. Fed by cold releases from Lake Mead, the river maintains ideal trout habitat in an otherwise arid environment. Rainbow trout are stocked weekly from fall through spring by Arizona Game and Fish. Anglers targeting trout succeed with PowerBait, worms, small spinners, and jigs. Fly fishermen find action using streamers and nymphs in eddies and slower runs. Trout average 12–14 inches, with larger holdovers present. Willow Beach is equally known for trophy striped bass, with fish over 30 pounds caught annually. These predators follow the stocked trout and patrol deeper sections of the river. Large swimbaits, trout-imitating plugs, and live bait are effective. Early morning and late evening hours are best for targeting stripers. Largemouth bass are found in slack water areas, where anglers use soft plastics and jerkbaits. The facility includes a marina, boat rentals, a launch ramp, and restrooms. With scenic canyon walls, accessible shoreline, and top-tier fishing, Willow Beach stands out as one of the most productive and versatile locations on the lower Colorado River. It is a must-visit destination for both trout and striped bass enthusiasts.