Where to fish
Popular fishing spots
Grassy Jetty, Bold Head, Naracoopa Jetty, Sea Elephant, Lavinia Point, Three Sisters, Phoques Bay, Currie and British Admiral Point.
What will I catch from shore?
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Australian salmon, mullet, wrasse, gummy shark, sand flathead and snapper.
Local fishing facts
- From a boat you can also catch King George whiting, bluespotted flathead, barracouta, school and mako shark, garfish, squid, sea sweep and luderick.
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Netting is not allowed in most rivers and estuaries. Please check
the
Recreational Sea Fishing Guide or
Tas Fish Guide app for more information.
- King Island is known for its large rock lobster, abalone fishing and commercial bull kelp industry.
- Great surf-fishing action is available off King Island's beaches with catches including Australian salmon, gummy shark and mullet.
- There are many remote fishing areas on King Island. Report any suspected illegal fishing to
Fishwatch on 0427 655 557.