For a shore-fishing trip at Riverview Lake in west Mesa, look for marked Riverview Park parking on Cubs Way. From the north side of the park, the paths lead to the community fishing lake. Sloan Park is next door, so check the parking signs if there’s a game or event.
Approach from Rio Salado Parkway
Use the City of Mesa’s Riverview Park listing at 2100 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201, northwest of Rio Salado Parkway and Dobson Road. The city aerial map shows Cubs Way along the park’s north edge and marked parking near the playground. Follow signs for public park parking. Check the Sloan Park page for stadium event access and avoid spaces marked for event or private use.
From Cubs Way, take a paved path south toward the lake or use the path from the playground toward the Lake Ramada on the east side. The map marks restrooms between the playground and the east-side lawn. For a step-free route to a casting position or current restroom access, check with Mesa Parks and Recreation at 480-644-2352.
Choose a shore spot with room to cast
Mesa lists park hours as sunrise to 10 p.m., or as posted. The Arizona Game and Fish Riverview Lake record prohibits boating, swimming and wading. It also lists a site-specific pet restriction, so check with Mesa before bringing a pet. Follow any posted shoreline restrictions. Where the path and bank meet, pick a spot with clear space behind you, wait for walkers to pass and keep tackle out of the path.
Check your license and daily limits
Arizona generally requires a fishing or combination license for anglers age 10 and older. The state lake record lists daily limits of 4 catfish, 4 trout, 2 bass at least 13 inches long, 10 sunfish and 1 white amur at least 30 inches long. Statewide limits apply to other species. Check posted rules before keeping fish.
Plan for wind and crowds
Check the state stocking schedule if you’re planning around trout or catfish. Bring water and sun protection, and pack a layer for cool mornings. If wind or crowds make a stretch hard to fish, walk the path to look for a more sheltered or quieter bank. Pack out line and hooks.
For a dedicated fishing pier, compare Chaparral Lake in Scottsdale. If you prefer several smaller waters, see the Papago Ponds east entrance guide. Find more Arizona outdoor guides in the Destinations index, or browse the OutdoorsAdventures4U shop before your next outing.
Map of the park approach
The map uses Mesa’s Rio Salado Parkway park address. Use the city aerial map and posted signs to find the public parking along Cubs Way.
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