Can you fish in Nepean River?

The headwaters of the Nepean River form about 100 kilometres south of Sydney. The river is known mostly as a summer bass fishery, carp, eel, Macquarie Perch (totally protected), eel tailed catfish, the odd silver perch, trout (folowing floods) and some estuary species are present in the lower reaches.

Can you fish at Douglas Park?

Douglas Park, Menangle, Camden, Bents Basin and Wallacia have places to launch a kayak or canoe. With a speed limit of 8 knots, kayak and boat anglers can fish in peace here and it’s an easy spot to launch a canoe.

Is there trout in Nepean River?

There are unprecedented numbers of trout in the Nepean River following the spill of Warragamba Dam earlier this year, which is great for local fisherman looking to snag dinner.

What is Nepean River used for?

The Nepean River is economically important to the Sydney Basin and is used for mining, irrigation, recreation and other activities. It is ecologically significant to the area and has several rare and endangered species of plants.

Are there fish in the Colo river?

The river is known mostly as a summer bass fishery, although eels, Macquarie Perch (totally protected), eel tailed catfish, a few trout and some estuary species are present. The Colo sits mostly in rugged country with no road access, although its lower reaches are accessible by vehicle off the Putty Road.

Are there yabbies in Nepean River?

Bonzle users have caught and/or seen australian bass, brown trout, carp, catfish, golden perch, macquarie perch, murray cod, murray crayfish, rainbow trout, redfin, river blackfish, short finned eel, silver perch, trout cod and yabbies at Nepean River (Note: some species of fish may not be available at all times of the …

What fish do you catch at yarramundi?

You may find Bass, Catfish, Eels, Mullet and Gudgeons in these waters, as well as exotic fish such as Carp and Goldfish also occur here.

Are there sharks in Nepean River?

There has never been a reported shark attack on the River but it is said that many have gone missing.

How often does Nepean River flood?

There hasn’t been a major flood on the Hawkesbury-Nepean for more than 30 years, with the last comparable one occurring in 1990. Long-term Sydneysiders, however, will remember that 12 major floods occurred during the 40 years before 1990.

What fish are in the Turon River?

Please release protected species such as trout cod, river blackfish, Macquarie perch and silver perch (which are off limits in streams) if you come across them. You stand a chance of getting a Murray cod or golden perch in the lower reaches. The Macquarie River is worth a look while in the area.

Are opera house nets illegal?

The use of ‘opera house’ style yabby traps by recreational fishers will also be prohibited as this gear type poses a risk to air breathing animals such as platypus, water rats and turtles, which can inadvertently get caught in traps.

Where to go kayaking in Menangle River Reserve?

Douglas Park to Menangle River Reserve is yet another great section of the river to do. It’s 14km’s in length. A good place to launch your kayak is off Douglas Park Driver next to the bridge. See the map for details. When you come up to Menangle River Reserve you’ll see the Menangle railway bridge.

Where to go kayaking on the Nepean River?

Nepean River Kayaking, Douglas Park to Menangle Reserve The Nepean river has a number of great sections to go kayaking on. Douglas Park to Menangle River Reserve is yet another great section of the river to do. It’s 14km’s in length.

What to do in the Nepean River Reserve?

The Nepean River Reserve is a spacious bushland reserve that is great for birdwatching. Take advantage of the open space or dip your toes in the Nepean River. Nepean River Reserve – Campbelltown City Council You may want to upgrade your browser. We have detected you are using Internet Explorer 10 or earlier.