Victorian Creek Fishing Locations
While we think of them as “freshwater” some are also estuary systems supporting a variety of marine life.
So the variety of species available in creek fishing can be quite broad.
While care should be taken eating fish caught in Melbourne metropolitan creeks the regional and country waterways are usually very clean. Often pristine.
Fish species in these smaller Victorian streams include Trout, Redfin, Eels, European Carp and many smaller native species.
Freshwater Fishing Hotspots
Melbourne Land-Based Fishing
Land-Based Fishing around Melbourne offers you the chance to fish without a boat – or when using a boat is risky or too much hassle. Both freshwater rivers, creeks and lakes to the saltwater bays, estuaries and…
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Diamond Creek
Diamond Creek fishing is largely overlooked by locals when it comes to locals, let alone people from other areas of Melbourne. While large sections are difficult to access…
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Kilcunda Fishing
Fishing Kilcunda and surf fishing are synonymous. I’ve fished here for Australian Salmon, Tailor and even Gummy Sharks since 1979! It’s well worth a visit. There’s some…
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Mordialloc Creek Fishing
A lot of folks target bream in the estuary when Mordialloc Creek fishing. A lot of these folks eat what they catch. I have to…
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Mordialloc Fishing
Mordialloc Fishing Overview I have a soft spot for Mordialloc fishing. I love fishing off the Pier. It’s one of my favourite Melbourne Piers. I love fishing…
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Victorian Creeks: Fishing FAQ
What kind of fishing tackle should I use to fish creeks?
Creeks are nearly always narrow waterways. The exception being where they meet the sea in an estuary system where they can broaden out.
Many are permanent and semi-permanent. Others are dry, with water flowing only after rains. Permanent creeks are more likely to be successful for fishing, for obvious reasons.
Because of this they are often relatively shallow and can have a lot more overhanging branches and scrub.
Generally smaller tackle is appropriate. Shorter rods – 6-foot up to 9-foot being the max. Generally the shorter the better.
What fish species can be targeted in creeks?
In freshwater species include imports such as redfin, European carp and trout.
Native species include Murray Cod, Yellowbelly, Blackfish, eels and catfish.
Eels are surprisingly common in suburban creeks around Melbourne. I used to meet a lot of people, decades ago now, who used to target and eat eels. This seems to be less common now. Frequently they’d pickle their catch. Though extreme care must be taken handling eels as their teeth are razor sharp and they’re not afraid to use them. They are also able to live out of the water for extended periods.
In creek estuaries, bream and mullet are common catches. While whiting, salmon and even pinky snapper can be caught at times.
