Fish River

Flowing through Northern Cape, Namibia, Fish River is a river that suits anglers willing to walk a bank. Most fish at Fish River hold in identifiable lies — the same eddies, drop-offs, and shaded undercuts produce trip after trip. After heavy rain, Fish River can colour up and rise quickly; that's often when bigger predators come out to feed, but wading conditions get dangerous.

Location

-28.1333, 17.1833 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Orange river mudfishLargemouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Orange river mudfish

  Fish near the bottom in slow-moving sections of the river, and chum the water beforehand with bread or maize to attract the fish.

• 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 Fish River.

Plan Your Trip

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

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