Lake Mohave - Cottonwood Cove, NV

Fish Spot Details
Surface Area: | 26500 acres |
Maximum Depth: | 120 ft. |
Elevation: | 647 ft. |
Fish Species: | Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Common Carp, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Tui Chub |
Lake Mohave, a linear reservoir spanning the Colorado River between Davis and Hoover Dams, is a highly diverse and productive fishery. This impoundment, characterized by clear waters and extensive canyon topography, sustains robust populations of Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis), Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides), Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu), Channel Catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), and Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), particularly in its cooler northern reaches. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) and Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) jointly manage this shared resource.
Angling methodologies are highly diversified. Striped Bass are effectively pursued through trolling large artificial lures, jigging, or live bait presentations. Bass species respond to various artificial lures near rocky structures and submerged cover. Catfish are primarily targeted by bottom-fishing with natural or prepared baits. Rainbow Trout are caught near cooler water inflows utilizing PowerBait, worms, or small spinners. Optimal fishing periods are perennially available, with peak activity for warmwater predators during spring and fall. Water levels are typically stable. Access from Cottonwood Cove is comprehensive, featuring a full-service marina and boat launch facilities. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current bi-state regulations concerning bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained quality of this dynamic inter-state fishery.
Angling methodologies are highly diversified. Striped Bass are effectively pursued through trolling large artificial lures, jigging, or live bait presentations. Bass species respond to various artificial lures near rocky structures and submerged cover. Catfish are primarily targeted by bottom-fishing with natural or prepared baits. Rainbow Trout are caught near cooler water inflows utilizing PowerBait, worms, or small spinners. Optimal fishing periods are perennially available, with peak activity for warmwater predators during spring and fall. Water levels are typically stable. Access from Cottonwood Cove is comprehensive, featuring a full-service marina and boat launch facilities. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current bi-state regulations concerning bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained quality of this dynamic inter-state fishery.
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
7-17-2025 | Riviera Marina Fishing Report Lake Mohave Fishing Update We’ve got some great news—Lake... more » |
Rusty |
6-19-2025 | Overall fishing on Lake Mohave has been solid for stripers This week we’ve got some great news from... more » |
Rusty |
6-5-2025 | Striped bass are cruising the deeper water Rainbow trout were stocked once again by the... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
5-2-2025 | River King Fishing Report Fish Report 5/1/25 Lake Mohave, Willow Beach, Colorado... more » |
River King Tackle and Outfitters |
4-22-2025 | Stripers are taking anchovies and jointed rainbow trout pattern swimbaits Stripers are taking anchovies and jointed rainbow trout... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
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