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Imperial Reservoir

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Arizona, United States

4.6·442 catches

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Imperial Reservoir is a lake located in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. It is also intersecting with Imperial County, California. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and Channel catfish.

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32°55′46″N 114°28′19.7″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Imperial Reservoir?

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Fishing regulations at Imperial Reservoir, AZ

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Arizona can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Imperial Reservoir fishing

Imperial Reservoir is a lake located in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. It is also intersecting with Imperial County, California. Its coordinates are:
32°55′46″N 114°28′19.7″W
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Find the best fishing spots on Imperial Reservoir by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
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Fishing in Arizona requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Residents and non-residents can purchase annual or short-term licenses online or at authorized retailers across the state.

In Arizona, no fishing license is required for anglers under 10 or residents 70 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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