Do you need a licence to fish in Tasmania?

Any person over the age of 14 must have a current angling licence to fish with a rod, reel or line at any inland water in Tasmania. This includes farm dams on private property. Most inland waters have an open season.

When can you trout fish in Tasmania?

Tasmania’s trout fishing season runs from the first weekend in August until the last weekend in April. This opening weekend of the season is always greatly anticipated by all trout fly fishing enthusiasts.

Where is the best trout fishing in Tasmania?

Winding through the central north of Tasmania, the Meander River is a popular fishing stream for both brown and rainbow trout. The damming of the river at Lake Huntsman produces cool, even flows and clear waters that create consistently good fly fishing, all season long.

Where can I buy a fishing license in Tasmania?

You can purchase a licence over the phone from the Inland Fisheries Service on 03 6165 3808. You can also purchase a licence in person from one of our registered agents, which includes Service Tasmania.

How do you catch trout in Tasmania?

Bait, lure and fly fishing, are the three main methods used to target inland fish species within Tasmania. Unweighted earthworms in flooded rivers or lake margins are highly effective early season. During summer, casting a grasshopper in the rivers can produce good bags of fish.

Can you use a cast net in Tasmania?

You can use one cast net (see larger cast net image). The net must be: circular or oval net with a leaded footline around the outside; and. not exceed 6 m in diameter.

How long is trout season Tasmania?

Key season dates for 2021-22 Different open seasons and fishing times apply to different waters around the state. This aims to provide the best angling opportunities and ensure sustainability. rainbow trout waters – open from the Saturday nearest to 1 October to the Sunday nearest 31 May.

Where are the biggest trout in Tasmania?

Huon River System The Huon River Catchment holds the record for the largest brown trout caught in Tasmania. The summer and autumn months provide good clear water fishing, with some good dry fly areas.

Where is the best fishing in Tasmania?

The Best Fishing Spots In Tasmania

• Tyenna River.
• St Helens.
• Arthurs Lake.
• Pirates Bay.
• Derwent River.
• And, as always, if you find yourself needing assistance, don’t hesitate to holler for a Marshall on 1300 627 742.

How do I get a freshwater fishing license?

You can apply for or renew a recreational fishing licence by:

1. Applying online.
2. Downloading and completing an application form, (PDF)
3. Completing a form at a Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Fisheries office.

Are yabbies illegal in Tasmania?

It is a serious offence with penalties up to $12,000 for a person to be in possession of pest species such as yabbies or be responsible for their release into an inland waterway in Tasmania.

Is spear fishing legal in Tasmania?

Spear guns and hand spears. Hand spears and spear guns can be used to take any scalefish except bream and boarfish. Taking rock lobster or abalone with this gear is prohibited. Spears cannot be used in the Mersey, Leven or Inglis rivers, other than to spear flounder.

What is the date of the trout season?

SEASON STOCKING SUMMARY Trout stocked waters will not be open to catch-and-release during the pre-season this year. Opening day of trout season is April 9 at 8am with a daily limit of six trout.

Is there trout in Tasmania?

Nearly all rivers, streams and lakes hold trout. There are four species of salmonids in Tasmania: brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout and Atlantic salmon.

Are trout native to Tasmania?

Trout were first introduced into Tasmania from England in 1864. Tasmania is a diverse island with an impressive array of habitats. This diversity extends to its waterways in which trout abound.

Can you eat fish from the Derwent River?

All fish contain a small amount of mercury – even those from the open ocean. This influences how much you can safely eat. If you eat fish from the Derwent it is best to avoid eating fish from other sources in the same week. Fish from the Derwent should not be eaten more than TWICE a week*.

Do I need a fishing license to fish in the Swan River?

You may need a fishing licence and certainly need to be aware of minimum size for each species and the number of fish that can be caught each day.

What time of day is best to catch trout?

The best time of day to catch trout is early morning from dawn until 2 hours after sunrise and the second-best time of day is late afternoon from 3 hours prior to sunset until dusk.

Do you need a fishing license to fish in Tasmania?

Any person over the age of 14 must have a current angling licence to fish with a rod, reel or line at any inland water in Tasmania. This includes farm dams on private property. Most inland waters have an open season. You must have a separate licence for whitebait fishing.

Where can I fish for trout in Tasmania?

Trout fishing Tasmania – The river fisheries. Tasmania has a range of river fly fishing, where you can fly fish for wild trout in solitude. Large slowing moving meadow streams are the setting for raft fly fishing, mixed with larger riffle and run rivers where a mixture of rafting and wading can occur.

What makes Tasmania’s fishing unique?

Our wilderness fishing is unique with thousands of lakes and tarns offering fishing like nowhere else. Resident and sea run trout are a feature of our rivers and estuaries. Tasmania’s inland waters offer the chance to catch high numbers of fish or even the fish of a lifetime.

How do I purchase a fishing licence?

You can purchase a licence over the phone from the Inland Fisheries Service on 03 6165 3808. You can also purchase a licence in person from one of our registered agents, which includes Service Tasmania.