Adelaide anglers are fortunate to have an excellent all-weather fishery close to home. The Yorke Peninsula is a convenient weekend fishing getaway, and is very popular on long weekends and school holidays. The diversity of species is extensive. From bread & butter species such as King George Whiting and Squid; to Trophy sized Samson Fish, there’s a fishing opportunity for amateur and expert anglers alike.

Copper Coast

Wallaroo

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Salmon, Flathead, Garfish, Tommies

Summary:
Wallaroo delivers great fishing year-round. The Town Jetty was a highly rated land-based Snapper spot before the 3 year ban was introduced. Presently, Blue Swimmer Crabs are huge and can be caught by drop nets at the Town Jetty or by boat from September to May. Squid and Tommies are available from the jetty year-round. King George Whiting are often plentiful in the bay during the cooler months. Good sized Whiting over 40cm are reported regularly. Point Riley to the north is good for Salmon during winter. Flathead can be caught along the rocky/sandy shorelines.

Moonta

Species: Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Yellowfin Whiting, Snook, Garfish, Tommies

Summary:
Moonta Bay is a land-based haven where all ages can enjoy fishing. The Town Jetty is a well-known Squid hot spot with late afternoon and early morning productive year-round. Blue Swimmer Crabs are reliable off the jetty from October to March. The jetty is also great for Garfish and Tommies on summer mornings, while Snook harass the schools of bait fish at night time. The beach to the north holds good populations of Yellowfin Whiting in summer which are caught using worms or surface lures during the last hour of the rising tide.

Port Hughes

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Snook, Garfish, Tommies

Summary:
A hop, skip and a jump from Moonta Bay is Port Hughes. The Town Jetty has deep water at the end which is ideal for a range of species. Squid, Crabs, Garfish, Tommies and Snook frequent throughout the warmer part of the year. Boat fishing for King George Whiting is excellent with many productive spots between the boat ramp and Cape Elizabeth. Squid are often plentiful for boats drifting over weed beds.

East Side

Price

Species: Salmon, Yellowfin Whiting, Snook, King George Whiting

Summary:
In recent times, Price Creek has been a popular spot for kayak and small boat fishing. Fishing is good year round in the creek where schools of Salmon visit during the cooler months, and Yellowfin Whiting during the warmer months. Out the front of the estuary, light tackle and saltwater fly anglers have a ball catching big Snook and Salmon. Good numbers of King George Whiting sit in the sand holes within a few kilometers from the creek mouth

Ardrossan

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Yellowfin Whiting, Garfish, Mulloway

Summary:
Regarded by some as the Blue Swimmer Crab capital of Australia, Ardrossan is another school holiday favourite. As proclaimed, Blue Swimmer Crabs are everywhere from October to April. Town Jetty anglers or boats have good success using drop nets. You can also catch a feed of Crabs by raking the beach to the north of the jetty on low tide. Boat fishing offers Squid and nice sized King George Whiting. The Town Jetty produces Garfish, Yellowfin Whiting and the occasional Mulloway in summer.

Port Vincent

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Garfish, Bream

Summary:
Boat fishing for King George Whiting is the main fishing attraction at Port Vincent. The sand holes in the deeper water are very productive from autumn to winter. It’s worth bringing a handline as Squid are caught by drifting along the weed beds. Raking Blue Swimmer Crabs is also a fun activity and is best in front of the town itself. The marina is a great spot for big Bream and Garfish.

Stansbury

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Blue Swimmer Crabs, Snook, Garfish, Tommies, Rat Kingfish

Summary:
The town of Stansbury is somewhat an underrated holiday spot on the Yorke Peninsula. Boat fishing offers reliable Squid and King George Whiting, whilst Garfish are never too far behind if you berley up. The Town Jetty is alive in summer as Garfish bite off the end and are occasionally chased by small Rat Kingfish. At night, Snook, Squid and Tommies will be around. Blue Swimmer Crabs can be caught by drop net from the jetty or raking the town beach at low tide.

Wool Bay

Species: Squid, Garfish, Tommies

Summary:
Wool Bay is best known for its excellent Squid fishing. The jetty planks are often black from ink along majority of the jetty. Early morning and late afternoon are your best times to try, however they can be caught in reasonable numbers throughout the day. Garfish and Tommies also like the shallow seagrass beds and can be caught year-round.

Western Side

Balgowan

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Snook, Garfish, Tommies, Mullet

Summary:
Camping at the locations above Balgowan is awesome for those who own a 4-wheel drive. The Bamboos, Tiparra Rocks and The Gap are all great land based fishing spots where King George Whiting can be caught. Garfish and Tommies are also caught in summer, along with nice sized Mullet in autumn. As for Balgowan itself, boat fishing is popular and produces plenty of good-size King George Whiting. Squid, large Snook and Garfish can also be caught from the boat.

Port Victoria

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Snook, Garfish, Tommies

Summary:
Port Victoria offers good fishing for boat and land-based anglers alike. The Town Jetty produces good-size Garfish and Tommies throughout the day. Squid and Snook are best during early morning and late afternoon. King George Whiting is the big attraction for boat anglers as they are big and in good numbers throughout the year. Port Victoria is one of South Australia’s most reliable King George Whiting towns.

Port Rickaby

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Garfish, Tommies, Mullet, Flathead

Summary:
The quiet town of Port Rickaby holds a few surprises if you’re prepare to explore it. The rocky shoreline to the south can produce good-size Garfish and Tommies with the help of a good berley trail. In autumn, Mullet, Flathead and the odd King George Whiting can also be caught off the rocky shoreline. The Town Jetty can offer very productive Squid fishing late in the afternoon or early morning.

Point Turton

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Garfish, Tommies, Flathead, Rat Kingfish

Summary:
Another great holiday destination. Point Turton is popular for boats of all sizes and anglers of all skill levels. The Town Jetty produces Squid, big Garfish and Tommies year-round. The odd school of Rat Kingfish visit during the summer period and are great fun on light or medium sized tackle. If you are prepared to cover ground, the flats beach to the south of the town produces good Flathead in autumn. Small boats can fish in the bay for Squid and King George Whiting. Large trailer boats often use the all-weather boat ramp to access offshore waters beyond Corny Point.

The Foot

Edithburgh

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Garfish, Tommies, Mullet, Salmon, Flathead

Summary:
On the heel of the foot sits the popular fishing town of Edithburgh. King George Whiting fishing is exceptional in the sand holes and channels towards the light house. The Town Jetty also produces King George Whiting off the end; a long cast with a surf rod is required to reach these sand holes. Squid, Garfish, Tommies and Salmon can all be caught off the jetty. Sultana Point to the south is a relaxing place to visit. Flathead and Mullet can be caught there in autumn.

Marion Bay

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Garfish, Tommies, Mullet, Southern Bluefin Tuna, Kingfish, Samson Fish, Nannygai, Shark

Summary:
The gateway to Innes National Park. If you love your fishing and wildlife, Marion Bay is worth the 3 hour drive. The offshore scene is exceptional. Beach launching is permitted beside the town jetty. Southern Bluefin Tuna, Samson Fish, Kingfish, Nannygai, Gummy Shark, huge King George Whiting and a whole host of other reef fish can be caught in these water. Charters with experienced skippers are available. The Town Jetty is known for big Squid, big Garfish and big Tommies, as well as the odd Kingfish every now and then. The surrounding beaches are well known for their annual autumn Mullet run which is a ton of fun for all ages.

Corny Point

Species: King George Whiting, Garfish, Mullet, Nannygai, Shark, Salmon, Mulloway

Summary:
A popular base for surf and offshore anglers, Corny Point is a quiet town with relatively unfished waters. Beach launching by 4wd or tractor opens up plenty of offshore opportunities for big King George Whiting, Nannygai, Gummy Shark and other reef species. Off the beach in front of the town big Garfish and Mullet are caught occasionally. The surf beaches to the west of Corny including Berry Bay, Gleesons Landing, and the Dusthole offer exceptional Salmon fishing year-round. Mulloway and various Shark species can be caught off these beaches in summer.

Innes National Park

Species: King George Whiting, Squid, Snook, Tommies, Mullet, Shark, Tuna, Samson Fish, Kingfish, Salmon, Flathead

Summary:
Permits are required to enter and stay in the park. Innes National Park is known for excellent fishing at the Stenhouse Bay Jetty, Pondalowie Bay and Browns Beach. Stenhouse Bay Jetty is a Shark fishing hot spot where large Bronze Whalers, Hammerheads, Thresher, and School Shark are caught by ballooning big baits into the deep open water. Big Squid, big Snook and big Tommies are also caught from Stenhouse Bay. Beach launching is available at Pondalowie Bay where the offshore waters hold big Samsonfish, Kingfish and Tuna. Browns Beach is one of South Australia’s premier Salmon beaches and fishes well year-round. Big Mullet are also caught at Browns Beach. Learn more about Browns Beach Salmon

The unique leg shape of the Yorke Peninsula has created many different fishing environments. Due to the diversity, there’s fish waiting to be caught everywhere!.