Slangrivier

Running through Western Cape, South Africa, Slangrivier 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 Slangrivier 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

-33.4037, 20.1168 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

BluefishLargemouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Bluefish

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

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Slangrivier.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Slangrivier, make sure your licence covers Western Cape, South Africa 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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