Weld River

As a river in Western Australia, Australia, Weld River fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Weld River pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

-34.8162, 116.5797 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in Western Australia

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across Western Australia. Conditions at Weld River may vary.

Southern black breamBluefishAustralasian snapperJapanese meagreBarramundiEuropean perch

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 Bluefish

  Bluefish are aggressive; use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs and retrieve lures at a fast pace to trigger strikes.

• For Australasian snapper

  Use berley (chum) to attract snapper to your fishing spot and hold them there, increasing your chances of a successful catch.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in Western Australia.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Weld River, make sure your licence covers Western Australia, Australia and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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