Where can I find fishing spots?

Australia’s best fighting fish – Barramundi, Southern Saratoga and Sooty Grunter plus a whole range of fresh and saltwater species. Learn more about what you can catch here!

Where can I find fishing spots?

It depends what you’re looking for! The area includes river, dam, beach, reef and offshore fishing suiting different weather conditions and seasons. Stretching from Lake Callide near Biloela to the Pioneer River at Mackay this compact area is easily reached by car or by air. View the best fishing spots here!

Where can I find information about closed seasons?

For all information regarding closed seasons in fresh & tidal waters, click here.

When is high tide?

Use the tool below to search for the area you’re interested in!

Do I need a permit to fish in Queensland?

You do not require a licence to fish recreationally in Queensland, except if fishing in some stocked impoundments where a stocked impoundment permit is required.

What are the size and possession limits in Queensland?

There is a general possession limit of 20 for all species without a prescribed possession limit (excluding some bait species). You can view size limits here!

Are there net free zones I should be aware of?

Net free zones exist to protect recreational fishing. New net-free fishing zones in Mackay and Rockhampton were introduced in November 2015.

View Rockhampton map.

View Mackay map.