Hutt River

Running through Western Australia, Australia, Hutt River is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Hutt River hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

-28.2167, 114.3000 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Japanese meagreBluefishGolden trevally

Fishing Techniques

• For Japanese meagre

  Target Japanese meagre during low light conditions or at night, and work lures slowly and methodically near structure.

• For Bluefish

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

• For Golden trevally

  When fishing near structures, use a slightly heavier leader to prevent cut-offs and reduce lure loss.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Hutt River.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Hutt River? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. Australia regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Hutt River — confirm them ahead of time.

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