By Archer Hume
Agnes River Estuary
The Agnes River estuary provides a productive fishing ground for various estuarine species in a coastal setting.
Explore the best fishing spots in Melbourne and surrounding areas. From coastal gems to inland lakes, discover where to cast your line for the perfect catch.
Agnes River Estuary
The Agnes River estuary provides a productive fishing ground for various estuarine species in a coastal setting.
Franklin River (lower reaches & estuary)
The lower reaches and estuary of the Franklin River provide a productive fishing environment with a mix of freshwater and estuarine species.
Tarra River Headwaters
The headwaters of the Tarra River offer a picturesque trout fishing experience in a forested mountain setting.
Wilsons Promontory Streams
The streams of Wilsons Promontory offer a unique fishing experience in a pristine wilderness setting, with a focus on native species.
Ah Youngs Campsite
Ah Youngs Campsite is a riverside camping area that provides direct access to prime fishing spots on the Buckland River.
Buckland Bridge
Buckland Bridge is a key access point to the Buckland River, offering easy river access and fishing opportunities.
Buckland Junction Bridge
Buckland Junction Bridge is a fishing hotspot where two branches of the river meet, creating a diverse aquatic environment.
Campflat
Campflat is a riverside area along the Buckland River, known for its flat terrain and good fishing access.
Alexandra Bridge
Alexandra Bridge is a popular fishing spot on the Goulburn River, known for its easy access and diverse fish population.
Goulburn Park Guild St
Goulburn Park Guild St is an easily accessible fishing spot in the heart of the region, popular among local anglers.
Thornton Beach
Thornton Beach is a scenic spot along the Goulburn River, offering excellent fishing opportunities in a tranquil setting.
Allans Flat Dredge Hole
A designated Family Fishing Lake, regularly stocked for recreational angling.
Kiewa River at Mount Beauty
The section of the Kiewa River near Mount Beauty, influenced by the Mount Beauty Pondage.
Lower Kiewa River
The lower section of the Kiewa River, flowing through farmland towards the Murray River.
Upper Kiewa River
The upper section of the Kiewa River, characterized by forested areas and excellent instream habitat.
Anglesea River Estuary
A coastal estuary offering a mix of freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities.
Gellibrand River
A scenic river flowing through the Otway Ranges, famous for its trophy-size river blackfish.
Lake Purrumbete
A large, deep volcanic lake known for excellent trout and redfin fishing.
Aringa Reservoir
Aringa Reservoir is a popular fishing spot known for its trout population, regularly stocked by the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Fitzroy River Estuary
The Fitzroy River Estuary offers excellent fishing for various estuarine species in a scenic coastal setting.
Yambuk Lake
Yambuk Lake is a coastal lake known for its diverse estuarine fish species and picturesque setting.
Avoca River
The Avoca River is a 340 km long waterway flowing through the region, offering varied fishing opportunities despite challenges with water quality and flow.
Charlton Weir Pool
A popular fishing spot on the Avoca River, offering calm waters and diverse habitats for fish.
Gowar East Bridge
A bridge crossing over the Avoca River, providing access to river fishing spots upstream and downstream.
Green Lake
Green Lake is a recreational lake that has been nominated for annual water allocation, promising improved fishing opportunities in the future.
Natte Yallock
A small rural locality on the Avoca River, offering peaceful riverside fishing spots.
Old St Arnaud Swimming Pool
A former swimming pool on the Avoca River, now repurposed as a unique fishing spot.
Tchum Lake
Tchum Lake is another nominated Recreational Lake, stocked with native fish species and offering diverse angling opportunities.
Teddington Reservoirs
The Teddington Reservoirs, consisting of Top and Bottom Lakes, are popular fishing spots known for their trout and redfin populations.
Yawong Weir
A smaller weir on the Avoca River, providing a quiet fishing environment with potential for good catches.
Avon River
A river system with protected upper reaches and diverse fishing opportunities.
Lake Glenmaggie
A popular recreational lake regularly stocked with trout and Australian bass.
Macalister River
A diverse river system offering fishing opportunities from its upper reaches to lowland areas.
Thomson River
A Heritage River Area with varied fishing environments from mountain streams to lowland reaches.
Axedale Reserve
Axedale Reserve is a family-friendly location with good access to the Campaspe River and facilities for picnicking.
Doakes Reserve
Doakes Reserve is a scenic spot along the Campaspe River, offering easy access for fishing and picnicking.
Elmore Weir
Elmore Weir is a popular fishing spot known for its diverse fish population and easy access.
Bannockburn Lagoon
A small water body part of the Family Fishing Lakes Program, ideal for junior and disabled anglers.
Bostock Reservoir
A significant reservoir in the upper reaches of the Moorabool River, known for its diverse fish population.
Lal Lal Reservoir
Also known as Bungal Dam, this reservoir is another significant water body in the upper Moorabool catchment.
Moorabool River
The main waterway of the region, flowing southeast from the Great Dividing Range to join the Barwon River near Geelong.
Barwon River (Estuarine Section)
The estuarine section of the Barwon River provides a unique fishing experience with a mix of freshwater and saltwater species.
Barwon River (Freshwater Section)
The freshwater reaches of the Barwon River offer diverse fishing opportunities with deep pools and varying habitats.
Lake Wendouree
Lake Wendouree is a popular urban lake known for its trout fishing and family-friendly environment.
Bemm River
The Bemm River is a significant waterway in East Gippsland, known for its excellent fishing opportunities and scenic beauty.
Genoa River
The Genoa River is a pristine waterway in East Gippsland, offering excellent opportunities for freshwater fishing, particularly for Australian bass.
Mallacoota Inlet
Mallacoota Inlet is a large, shallow estuarine system in East Gippsland, offering excellent fishing opportunities for a variety of species.
Blue Rock Lake
An artificial lake popular for fishing, regularly stocked with trout and Australian Bass.
La Trobe River
The main waterway of the region, flowing for over 80 km and discharging into Lake Wellington.
Morwell River
A tributary of the La Trobe River, known for its brown trout fishing in the upper reaches.
Tanjil River
A notable river in the region, particularly the section below Blue Rock Lake.
Bonang River
The Bonang River is part of the Snowy River catchment, known for its trout fishing opportunities.
Buchan River
The Buchan River is a significant tributary of the Snowy River, offering diverse fishing opportunities.
Snowy River
The Snowy River is the main waterway in the region, flowing from the NSW border through various landscapes to Orbost.
Booroopki Swamp
Booroopki Swamp is a unique fishing location in the northern part of the Millicent Coast region, offering opportunities to catch Murray cod.
Lake Charlegrark
Lake Charlegrark is a prime fishing spot in the Millicent Coast region, known for its Murray cod population.
Lake Wallace
Lake Wallace is a popular fishing destination in the Millicent Coast region, known for its redfin and salmonid populations.
Bridgewater Jetty
A popular fishing spot on the Loddon River, offering easy access and diverse fishing opportunities.
Cairn Curran Reservoir
A large water storage reservoir offering excellent fishing opportunities and recreational activities.
Laanecoorie Reservoir
A smaller reservoir known for its peaceful surroundings and good fishing opportunities.
Broken Creek downstream of Nathalia
A picturesque creek offering excellent native fish habitat and fishing opportunities.
Broken River at Casey's Weir
A popular fishing spot on the Broken River, known for its native fish population.
Lake Nillahcootie
A significant water storage in the upper reaches of the Broken River, offering diverse fishing opportunities.
Mooroopna Recreation Reserve Lake
A small lake designated as a Family Fishing Lake, stocked with rainbow trout.
King River
A picturesque river offering different fishing experiences in its upper and lower sections.
Lake Mulwala
A large artificial lake on the Murray River, known for its excellent native fish populations.
Ovens River
A major river in the basin, offering diverse fishing experiences from its upper reaches to its lower sections.
Bunyip River
The Bunyip River is a key waterway in the region, flowing from steep mountains through extensive plains.
Cardinia Reservoir
Cardinia Reservoir is a significant water storage in the Bunyip region, offering potential for various fishing opportunities.
Tarago River
The Tarago River is known for its populations of river blackfish and brown trout, especially downstream of Tarago Reservoir.
Campaspe River
A long river flowing through varied landscapes, offering diverse fishing spots from its upper reaches to its confluence with the Murray River.
Lake Eppalock
A large reservoir known for its excellent redfin and golden perch fishing, popular among boat and shore anglers.
Lauriston Reservoir
A picturesque reservoir known for its brown trout and redfin fishing, particularly productive when water levels are high.
Malmsbury Reservoir
A smaller reservoir offering good fishing for brown trout and redfin, particularly appealing to shore-based anglers.
Upper Coliban Reservoir
A unique fishing destination known for its Macquarie perch population, offering a rare opportunity to target this protected species.
Cheshunt Bridge Fishing Area
A popular fishing spot near Cheshunt Bridge, offering easy access and diverse fishing opportunities.
Edi Cutting Camping Grounds
A scenic camping area with excellent access to a productive stretch of the King River.
Gentle Annie River Bend
A secluded fishing spot known for its challenging access but rewarding catches.
Hamiltons Bridge Fishing Spot
A scenic fishing location near Hamiltons Bridge, known for its clear waters and diverse fish population.
Lake William Hovell
A man-made lake at the headwaters of the King River, offering both shore and boat fishing opportunities.
Moyhu Riverside Park
A family-friendly fishing location with picnic facilities and easy river access.
Oxley King River Access
A easily accessible fishing spot near the town of Oxley, offering both bank and kayak fishing opportunities.
Cobungra River
The Cobungra River is a well-known brown trout stream in the Mitta Mitta region.
Ellis Bridge
Ellis Bridge offers another excellent access point to the Mitta Mitta River, known for its diverse fish populations.
Lake Hume
Lake Hume is a large reservoir offering diverse fishing opportunities and recreational activities.
Mitta Mitta River
The Mitta Mitta River is a diverse waterway offering excellent fishing opportunities for trout and native species.
Peters Bridge
Peters Bridge provides easy access to the Mitta Mitta River and is a popular spot for both bank and bridge fishing.
Pigs Point
Pigs Point is a scenic spot along the Mitta Mitta River, offering easy access to the water and surrounding bushland.
Colac Colac Bridge
Colac Colac Bridge is a popular fishing spot offering easy access to the Upper Murray River and its diverse fish population.
Cudgewa Creek
Cudgewa Creek is a significant waterway in the Upper Murray region, known for its diverse fish population and occasional stockings of Murray cod.
Germans Road Access Point
Germans Road provides access to a stretch of the Upper Murray River known for its diverse fishing opportunities.
Nariel Creek
Nariel Creek is a picturesque stream in the Upper Murray basin, renowned for its brown trout fishing opportunities.
The Needles
The Needles is a scenic spot along the Upper Murray River, characterized by its unique rock formations and deep pools.
Thowgla Creek
Thowgla Creek is a lesser-known gem in the Upper Murray region, offering excellent brown trout fishing in a tranquil setting.
Cullulleraine Lake
Cullulleraine Lake is a popular fishing spot in the Mallee region, known for its stocked fish populations.
Entrance Lindsay Island
A key access point to Lindsay Island, providing entry to the Murray River's floodplain ecosystem.
Lindsay River
The Lindsay River is an anabranch of the Murray River, offering excellent native fish habitat and angling opportunities.
Mallee Caravans Campground
A riverside camping area suitable for caravans, providing easy access to fishing spots along the Murray.
Mullaroo Mouth
The confluence of Mullaroo Creek and the Murray River, offering diverse fishing opportunities in a dynamic ecosystem.
Wallpolla Creek
Wallpolla Creek is a natural waterway connected to the Murray River system, known for its native fish populations.
Cunningham Pier
A large, attractive pier on the Geelong waterfront district at Western Beach, featuring restaurants and deep water access.
Mordialloc Pier
A long pier on Beach Road in Mordialloc, offering diverse fishing options and access to Mordialloc Creek.
Queenscliff Pier
A long pier located at the end of Symonds Street in Queenscliff, featuring a large shelter shed and lower landing.
Dargo River
A tributary of the Mitchell River, accessible via the Bairnsdale/Dargo Road, known for trout fishing.
Mitchell River
Victoria's largest unregulated river, free of barriers and with its natural flow regime unchanged.
Wonnangatta River
A Heritage River with reliable high annual flow, known for its trout fishing.
Deep Creek
Deep Creek is an unregulated waterway in the Maribyrnong region, offering natural fishing conditions and diverse habitats.
Jacksons Creek
Jacksons Creek is a popular fishing spot in the Maribyrnong region, known for its diverse fish population and year-round accessibility.
Maribyrnong River Estuary
The estuarine section of the Maribyrnong River, downstream of Solomons Ford, is a prime location for targeting estuarine fish species.
Eildon Pondage
A smaller water body below Lake Eildon, known for its excellent trout fishing.
Goulburn River (downstream of Shepparton)
A lowland river section known for its native fish species, particularly Murray cod.
Goulburn River (Pondage to Alexandra)
A scenic river section known for its excellent trout fishing opportunities.
Lake Eildon
A large, man-made lake known for its excellent fishing and recreational opportunities.
Flinders Jetty
Located at the end of Bass Street in Flinders, this jetty is renowned for excellent squid catches, especially in spring.
Merricks Beach
A long sandy beach located at the end of Merricks Beach Road, offering ample space for anglers.
Stony Point Pier
Located at Stony Point on the western side of Western Port, this pier serves as a port for various vessels and offers excellent fishing opportunities.
Toolondo Reservoir
A man-made storage known for excellent salmonid and redfin fishing when water levels are sufficient.
Wimmera River downstream of Horsham
A Heritage River Area with diverse fish populations and several weirs providing important fishing spots.
Glenelg River Estuary
A diverse estuarine environment where the Glenelg River meets the sea, offering a mix of freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities.
Konong Wootong Reservoir
A freshwater reservoir known for its trout fishing, regularly stocked by the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Rocklands Reservoir
A large freshwater reservoir offering diverse fishing opportunities for both native and introduced species.
Goulburn Weir
A popular fishing spot featuring a large water body created by the weir structure.
Junction of Goulburn and Murray rivers
A significant confluence where two major rivers meet, creating a diverse fishing environment.
Murchison East
A serene stretch of the Goulburn River known for its native fish populations.
Gunbower boat ramp
Gunbower boat ramp provides access to Gunbower Creek, known for its native fish populations and scenic environment.
Kerang Weir
Kerang Weir is a popular fishing spot on the Loddon River, known for its diverse fish population.
Lake Boga
Lake Boga is a large, shallow freshwater lake popular for fishing and water activities.
Gunbower Creek
Gunbower Creek is a significant waterway in the Loddon (North) region, known for its diverse fish population and connection to the Gunbower Forest.
Lake Charm
Lake Charm is a popular fishing destination in the Loddon (North) region, known for its redfin population and picturesque setting.
Loddon River
The Loddon River is a major waterway in the region, offering diverse fishing opportunities with both native and introduced species.
Haunted Stream
A tributary of the Tambo River, known for its trout fishing and scenic surroundings.
Lower Tambo River
The lower section of the Tambo River, known for its extensive estuary and diverse fish population.
Timbarra River
A river in the upper Tambo basin, known for its trout fishing opportunities.
Upper Nicholson River
The upper section of the Nicholson River, known for its native fish population and scenic value.
Hepburn Lagoon
A small but productive water body known for its trout fishing opportunities.
Kennington Reservoir
An urban lake offering easily accessible fishing, particularly for rainbow trout.
Loddon River at Bridgewater Weir
A prime fishing spot on the Loddon River, known for its native fish population.
Hopkins River
The main waterway in the Hopkins Basin, featuring both freshwater and estuarine sections.
Lake Bolac
A regularly stocked lake in the Hopkins Basin, offering good fishing opportunities for introduced species.
Lower Merri River
A river system in the Hopkins Basin, including its estuarine section, known for diverse fish species.
James Bridge
James Bridge provides easy access to Broken Creek and is known for its variety of fish species.
Kennedy's Weir
Kennedy's Weir is a structure on Broken Creek that creates a diverse fishing environment with both still and flowing water.
Rice's Bridge Barmah
Rice's Bridge in Barmah is a popular fishing spot on Broken Creek, offering easy access and diverse fish habitats.
Kiewa Bridge
Kiewa Bridge offers excellent access to the river and is a popular spot for local anglers.
Killara
Killara is a serene spot along the Kiewa River, offering easy access for anglers.
Mt Beauty Pondage
Mt Beauty Pondage is a man-made lake offering diverse fishing opportunities in a scenic alpine setting.
Lake Buffalo
A man-made reservoir offering excellent fishing opportunities for various species.
Parolas Bend
A scenic bend in the Ovens River with easy access and diverse fishing spots.
Tronah Lake (Harrietville Dredge Hole)
A small, scenic lake formed by historical gold mining activities, now stocked for recreational fishing.
Lake Bullen Merri
Lake Bullen Merri is a popular fishing destination known for its trout populations and regular stocking program.
Lake Colac
Lake Colac is a large, shallow lake known for its redfin fishing and diverse ecosystem.
Lake Tooliorook
Lake Tooliorook is a picturesque lake that is stocked with trout when conditions are suitable, offering seasonal fishing opportunities.
Melton Reservoir
A reservoir on the Werribee River system, offering lake and river fishing.
Pykes Creek Reservoir
A reservoir offering lake fishing opportunities in the Werribee region.
Werribee River
The main river system in the region, flowing from forested areas to Port Phillip Bay.
Lillydale Lake
A Premier Lake in the Family Fishing Lakes Program, offering excellent facilities and stocked with rainbow trout.
Upper Yarra River
The section of the Yarra River above Warburton, known for its forested surroundings and cool waters.
Warrandyte Area
A popular fishing spot on the Yarra River, known for its diverse fish species and accessibility.
Powlett River
The Powlett River offers diverse fishing opportunities, with black bream and estuary perch being the primary target species.
Tarwin River - West Branch
The West Branch of the Tarwin River, from Allambee to Wilkur Creek, is known for its river blackfish population and scenic surroundings.
Tarwin River estuary
The Tarwin River estuary is a productive fishing ground, particularly known for its estuary perch population.