Southwest Forecast
Weekly fishing intelligence for Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada
Water Temp
68°F
Air Temp
78°F
Report Date
2026-10-24
This Week's Outlook
Water temps are sitting at 68F across the Southwest region this fall, creating comfortable conditions. Largemouth Bass and Channel Catfish fishing looks strong this week with air temps around 78F. Focus on early morning and late evening windows for the best action.
Species Breakdown
Largemouth Bass
HighLargemouth Bass are responding well to Soft Plastic Worm fished with a moderate to fast. Follow baitfish into creeks and shallow cover
Channel Catfish
HighChannel Catfish are responding well to Stink Bait fished with a moderate to fast. Fish feed aggressively before winter — upgrade bait size
Striped Bass
HighStriped Bass are responding well to Live Herring/Shad fished with a moderate to fast. Follow the baitfish schools and stripers will be nearby
Crappie
HighCrappie are responding well to Tube Jig fished with a moderate to fast. Cover water in the backs of creek channels
What's Working Now
- Largemouth Bass: Texas Rig with Soft Plastic Worm
- Channel Catfish: Bottom Fishing with Stink Bait
- Striped Bass: Live Bait Fishing with Live Herring/Shad
- Crappie: Jigging with Tube Jig
Tip of the Week
Fall feeding frenzy is on. Follow the baitfish — shad and shiners are schooling up and predators are gorging before winter. Cover water quickly with moving baits.
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