One of the largest man-made lakes in the world, Lake Powell is actually a reservoir that was created when the Colorado River was dammed northeast of the Grand Canyon. As part of Glen Canyon National Park, the lake attracts boaters and water sports enthusiasts from around the world, keeping Lake Powell boat rentals businesses busy year round. While Spring and Summer months bring out the fishermen in droves, this lake never freezes over so fishing is available year round.
The lake is 186 miles long and boasts a shoreline which is longer than the whole west coast of the U.S. at almost 2000 miles. After finally hitting its high water mark seventeen years after the first drops entered the basin, it has fluctuated from its lowest level in 2000 to its current high of almost 3700 feet, due to the record breaking snow runoff this year. This means the lake is larger and deeper than ever, not only making snorkeling, wakeboarding, water skiing and other active water sports more exciting, but also making a day of fabulous fishing off a Lake Powell boat rental a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Before embarking on an angling expedition, visitors must familiarize themselves with some important information. For example, Lake Powell straddles both Utah and Arizona, and of course, each state has different rules, regulations and restrictions which visitors must be aware of in order to stay within the law. For example, while fishing is great in the lake, regardless of which side of the border the angler is located, there are some fish that are considered endangered, and if caught must be released. These include the Colorado pike minnow (Squawfish), razorback sucker, humpback chub, bonytail chub and flannelmouth sucker.
Needless to say, safety precautions must be observed at all times, most especially the wearing of life jackets by fishermen of all ages. Permits and licenses are issued by both states, each carrying its own fees and regulations, and these must be procured prior to throwing a line into the water.
Once on your boat, you can expect some truly challenging fishing. With the extreme depth of the lake this year, there are some new challenges. For example, there are areas that have flooded this year, making underwater hazards something to watch for. Trees and rocks that are usually exposed are now just below the water line in some areas. With increased lake surface area, fish have much more room to hide, and prior "hot spots" may not be populated by fish at all. Fishermen will most likely have to spend far more time just locating the fish before they can bring in a catch.
On the upside, shad are more plentiful than ever, luring succulent striped bass to new areas. The discerning fisherman will opt to throw the shad back to feed the bass, since not only are the stripers far more desirable, doing so also keeps the eco-system in balance. In addition to the stripers, both large and small-mouth bass abound, as do crappie, sunfish, channel cats, pike, walleye and carp.
Some fishermen report that Fall is the best time to fish - the lake is quieter, and fish are easier to catch as they are fattening up for a sparse food period during the winter months. During the busy summer months, the lake can get a bit busy with jet ski rentals and water skiiers, so the summer and early evening hours offer best catches. However, the months of March, April and May generally produce the trophy fish that make off-season stories so satisfying to tell and that give the lucky angler bragging rights for years.
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The lake is 186 miles long and boasts a shoreline which is longer than the whole west coast of the U.S. at almost 2000 miles. After finally hitting its high water mark seventeen years after the first drops entered the basin, it has fluctuated from its lowest level in 2000 to its current high of almost 3700 feet, due to the record breaking snow runoff this year. This means the lake is larger and deeper than ever, not only making snorkeling, wakeboarding, water skiing and other active water sports more exciting, but also making a day of fabulous fishing off a Lake Powell boat rental a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Before embarking on an angling expedition, visitors must familiarize themselves with some important information. For example, Lake Powell straddles both Utah and Arizona, and of course, each state has different rules, regulations and restrictions which visitors must be aware of in order to stay within the law. For example, while fishing is great in the lake, regardless of which side of the border the angler is located, there are some fish that are considered endangered, and if caught must be released. These include the Colorado pike minnow (Squawfish), razorback sucker, humpback chub, bonytail chub and flannelmouth sucker.
Needless to say, safety precautions must be observed at all times, most especially the wearing of life jackets by fishermen of all ages. Permits and licenses are issued by both states, each carrying its own fees and regulations, and these must be procured prior to throwing a line into the water.
Once on your boat, you can expect some truly challenging fishing. With the extreme depth of the lake this year, there are some new challenges. For example, there are areas that have flooded this year, making underwater hazards something to watch for. Trees and rocks that are usually exposed are now just below the water line in some areas. With increased lake surface area, fish have much more room to hide, and prior "hot spots" may not be populated by fish at all. Fishermen will most likely have to spend far more time just locating the fish before they can bring in a catch.
On the upside, shad are more plentiful than ever, luring succulent striped bass to new areas. The discerning fisherman will opt to throw the shad back to feed the bass, since not only are the stripers far more desirable, doing so also keeps the eco-system in balance. In addition to the stripers, both large and small-mouth bass abound, as do crappie, sunfish, channel cats, pike, walleye and carp.
Some fishermen report that Fall is the best time to fish - the lake is quieter, and fish are easier to catch as they are fattening up for a sparse food period during the winter months. During the busy summer months, the lake can get a bit busy with jet ski rentals and water skiiers, so the summer and early evening hours offer best catches. However, the months of March, April and May generally produce the trophy fish that make off-season stories so satisfying to tell and that give the lucky angler bragging rights for years.
Reproduction permitted only if all active links are maintained and byline is preserved, and/or your byline is omitted. 2011 All Copyrights reserved.
About the Author:
Author Stephen Daniels recommends you check out Buzz Off Power Sports, for Lake Powell jet ski rentals if you are vacationing in Glen Canyon, Utah. In the heart of the beautiful red-rock canyons they offer a great variety of boats for rent, by the day or special weekly rates. All boats are fully equipped, and they even have fishing and ski gear that can be thrown in with the rental packages.
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