Taking kids fishing is a lot of fun—especially if the fish are cooperative. I can remember plenty of trips as a kid when I ...

Theodore Roosevelt Lake – ~95 miles northeast of Mesa, ~ 50 miles south of Payson. Fishing spot for Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Sunfish, Channel Catfish and Flathead Catfish.

Swimmers and anglers love the Water Wheel area of the East Verde River near Payson, AZ. For a less congested visit, take a hike on a nearby back road.