Although we don’t recommend approaching your Grand Canyon rafting trip like it is a fishing trip, some guests have taken the opportunity to fish while traveling with us. Here are a few things you need to know if you’re thinking about fishing on your Hatch trip:
You may only fish from the shore when the boats are stopped, never from a moving boat. (Your lunch stop can be a good time for fishing or you might choose to opt out of a side canyon excursion to stay behind and fish.)
The rod you bring will need to be either telescoping or collapsible into three or more sections in order to safely store it on the boat.
You will be required to purchase an Arizona fishing license. Lees Ferry Angler shop at Cliff Dwellers Lodge has them available for purchase.
All fishing is catch and release.