What is the Lees Ferry Trout Fishery ?
The Lees Ferry trout fishery is a 15.5-mile stretch of the clear-flowing Colorado River immediately below Glen Canyon Dam in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The trout fishery was established through stocking shortly after the completion of the dam because of the suitability of the cool, clear water for trout. With temperatures ranging from 46 to 60 degrees F and a good supply of aquatic foodstuffs, the Lees Ferry trout fishery is a renownded blue-ribbon fishery that draws anglers from around the world. The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages the trout fishery to provide high quality fishing opportunities in a unique recreational setting. The trout fishery takes its name from “Lees Ferry”, the historic crossing point of the river approximately 15.5 miles below the dam named after John D. Lee who operated a cable ferry from here.
