Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach 

4.9/5 (7 reviews)
 25804 North Willow Beach, Willow Beach, AZ 86445, United States

The sun is brutally hot here in the desert southwest in summer time. PLEASE consider booking a night trip to avoid getting cooked like a lobster. We can catch a ton of fish, pretty much have the lake to ourselves and we won't get sunburnt! It is quite safe cause the lake has lighted navigational buoys all around AND I've been night fishing this lake for years.

Running angling trips out of Willow Beach, Hooked On Stripers invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Capt. Ray aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and spinning. At Willow beach you’re looking at 6-hour night trips, where you’ll go after the likes of trophy sized striped Bass. The state record 67+ lb striper was caught here. This trip is only offered at night. It begins about an hour before sunset.

You’ll be fishing from a 19’ Tracker boat with enough room for up to 4 anglers. It also includes a wireless trolling motor.

When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

Depending on the species caught and their size, the catch you keep will be shared with the crew following the trip. Please get in touch with the captain if you have any questions.

You’ll find free snacks, and drinks on the boat for your convenience, but you’re always welcome to pack your own drinks and snacks should you want to.

Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids above the age of 5 are welcome aboard, so you’re free to make it a family adventure. In case you want to bring more than 4 people, please get in touch with the captain beforehand.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Hooked On Stripers.

Ray Poulin

Captain

Ray Poulin

6 years of experience

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
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6 Hour Trip – Striper Fish (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $450 
6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
Price for 2 people
US $450 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (8)

Fishing with Ray
fantastic!
Fishing with Ray
+5

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

86%

Caught fish

100%

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Al W.
Al W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Ray

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip – Striper Fish (AM) on June 7, 2025

 

 Al W. recommends Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach
Ray Poulin
Ray Poulin (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Al met the challenge of Willow Beach and Hooked up with a nice striped bass! Thank you for the booking!
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Steve S.
Steve S.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

January fishing trip

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6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (PM) on January 8, 2025

 

 Steve S. recommends Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach
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Alyssa O.
Alyssa O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Got Hooked on Stripers Today!

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6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (AM) on September 14, 2023

My husband and I went fishing with captain Ray today, and we had a blast! This was our first time catching stripers, and we reeled in 17. We also caught 2 small mouth. Captain Ray was extremely knowledgeable, and made the experience so fun! Would highly recommend to anyone.

My husband and I went fishing with captain Ray today, and we had a blast! This was our first time catching stripers, and we reeled in 17. We also caught 2 small mouth. Captain Ray was extremely knowledgeable, and made the experience so fun! Would highly recommend to anyone.  

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 Alyssa O. recommends Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach
Ray Poulin
Ray Poulin (The Captain)
Replied on September 15, 2023
A wonderful young couple. Great pleasure to fish with. Experienced their first striper boil. Thank you for the booking!
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Earl M.
Earl M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

fantastic!

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6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (AM) on February 20, 2024

This was fantastic.

This was fantastic.  

 Earl M. recommends Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach
Ray Poulin
Ray Poulin (The Captain)
Replied on February 28, 2024
Earl and J.D. were great guys to fish with. Turns out they live just a few miles from where I was raised. Wicked Mainahs.
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Chad D.
Chad D.

Chandler, Arizona

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Such a Beautiful Day!

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6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (AM) on April 8, 2023

Captain Ray was a solid guide for a great time on Lake Mead. We had so much fun that we’ve started planning a second trip this year.

Captain Ray was a solid guide for a great time on Lake Mead. We had so much fun that we’ve started planning a second trip this year.  

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 Chad D. recommends Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach
Ray Poulin
Ray Poulin (The Captain)
Replied on April 11, 2023
Great bunch of guys, love to laugh and have fun. Beautiful day on the water !

FAQs about Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach

What are the trip rates for Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach?

Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $225 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Striper Fish (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $225 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Striper Fishing (PM) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach?

When you book a trip with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach?

Trips booked with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
What types of fishing does Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach offer?

Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach offers the following type of fishing:

  • River Fishing (Colorado river, Willow beach)
What fishing techniques does Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach offer?

Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach?

Top targeted fish species with Hooked On Stripers – Willow Beach include:

  • Bass (Striped)

Your captain

Ray Poulin

Willow Beach, Arizona, United States

13 Fishing Reports
61 Customer reviews
Response time 9 hours
Member since January 2023

Started fishing in 1968 and have fished in Alaska, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Maine, Florida, Wyoming, Montana, South Carolina, Canada, Japan and Scotland. Retired ICU RN certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Saving. Fully licensed and insured. National Park Service CUA holder.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Tracker
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Colorado river, Willow beach

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle

Trolling

Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Snacks

Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

five years and older

No Smoking

No Alcohol

You Keep Catch

Crew Keeps Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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