We Conserve and Protect Arizona’s Wildlife

The mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department is to conserve Arizona’s diverse wildlife resources and manage for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations.

Find Your Adventure

Discover events designed to support and grow your love of the outdoors.

  1. Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026

    FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

    FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently. 

  2. Nov 13, 2025

    Wild About Arizona: Natural History of Wolves & Coyotes

    Virtual

    Join us for a deep dive into the natural history of wolves and coyotes.

  3. Dec 18, 2025

    Wild About Arizona: Packrats – The Infamous Animal Hoarders

    Virtual

    Learn about packrats and how their desert smarts help them thrive in Arizona.

Want to Go Hunting or Fishing Around the State?

Plan that hunting trip or find a fishing hole.

buy your hunting license

Arizona residents and non-residents, 10 years and older need a valid hunting license to hunt in Arizona.

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find a community lake to fish

There are 50+ community lakes and ponds in Arizona. Make a memory fishing with the family!

lake locations

Latest News

Be in the know on all things Arizona Game and Fish.

  1. Board to interview 7 for commission

    The board will select between two and five candidates for the governor’s consideration.

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  2. October 2025 Fishing Report is available

    Get the latest fishing news, tips, stocking reports, and more.

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  3. Check harvest thresholds before bear hunts

    Game management units where harvest thresholds already have been met will not open Oct. 31.

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