Perry River

Perry River is a river flowing through Victoria, Australia. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Perry River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

-37.9363, 147.2735 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Southern black breamCommon carp

Fishing Techniques

• For Southern black bream

  Use light line and fluorocarbon leaders for stealth, as black bream can be easily spooked in clear water.

• For Common carp

  Pre-bait the area with a similar bait you plan to fish with to attract carp and increase your chances.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Perry River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Perry River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Victoria before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Perry River.

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