Kalbarri Fishing
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Fantastic year round shore and boat fishing that is easily accessible is what Kalbarri is renown for. Red Bluff Beach lays claim to being Australia's best beach for tailor. Mulloway and silver bream are also target catches for shore anglers. Chinaman's Rock is better known for reef fishing where tailor, mulloway, mackeral, cod and general reef fish can be caught.
The river mouth catches include whiting, mulloway, bream and tailor. Blue swimmer and mangrove crabs can at times be found at the estuary. Some image examples of fish species caught are available courtesy Murchson Boat Hire website.

Reef fishing at Wageo has long been regarded as a popular spot however is on private property (Contact details available in the Accommodation Section).

Caution: Keep in mind that most of the reefs and rocky shoreline can be dangerous
under rough or inclement weather conditions. Accessing the ocean via the river mouth can be hazardous under certain conditions. The "Voluntary Marine Rescue" can  be contacted for helpful information and advice. Your safety is paramount - if unsure seek advice.

Kalbarri Fishing Guide - Your Guide to Fishing Hotspots and How to Fish Them - by Howard Gliddon
This book is authored by Howard Gliddon who has fished the waters surrounding Kalbarri for over 25 years.

This guide is for beach fishing and appeals to people who want information on fishing locations and tips on how to fish those locations. The book also contains sections on the fish species of "Mulloway" and "Tailor" and the best methods, bait and tips to catch these fish. Included is a section on River Fishing. A quote from the guide's introduction... "(Kalbarri) is still able to excite the traditional fisherman not only by the beauty of it's fishing venues but also by the superb variety and reliability of it's year round bountiful harvest.."  Click Here to read the full introduction only of this book. Available from Kalbarri Tourist Bureau, Kalbarri Newsagency, Kalbarri Ampol Store, Kalbarri Sports - Cost: $3.10 plus postage $1-30 Anywhere within Australia if ordered by email or phone / fax from the introduction web site.

Kalbarri Explorer Ocean Charters
Website: www.kalbarriexplorer.com.au - Email: kex@wn.com.au
PO Box 264 Kalbarri WA 6537
Phone: +61 8 9937 2027
Fax: +61 8 9937 2027

Visit beautiful Kalbarri and board the region's best charter boat, the new Kalbarri Explorer. Experience fishing as never before. Travel 20 to 40 kilometers from Kalbarri to waters rich with quality - truly a fishing paradise. Hard fighting Spanish Mackerel or Yellowfin Tuna may take your bait and give you a mighty tussle. It's also likely that you will hook one of our coastal delicacies - Pink Snapper, Red Emperor, Baldchin Groper, Dhufish and more. The Kalbarri Explorer is fitted with all modern equipment and a crew with two generations of local pro-fishing knowledge. All bait and tackle, rods and reels are provided as well as any assistance required. Please note: We require a minimum of eight people for this trip, but are happy to build a party around any single bookings. Visit Kalbarri Explorer's website for information on Fishing or a Cruise you wont forget.

Kalbarri Reefwalker Tours
Website: www.reefwalker.com.au - Email: reefwalker@wn.com.au
PO Box 513, Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Phone: +61 8 9937 1356
Fax: +61 8 9937 1356

Come Fishing - Try for Snapper, Groper, Dhufish, Spanish Mackerel and Tuna. Reel in one of these monsters and you'll have a fishing story worth telling as can be seen by the pictures of these recent catches.

Seasonal Charters - Our friendly locals are waiting to greet you all year round. Whale watching and Rock Lobster Experience. See Kalbarri Reefwalker Tours website for more information and images about fishing. Cruise out in the calm of the morning to see the catch of the day. Who knows? Lobster? Sharks? Octopus? Fish? Crabs? Unique and Informative.

Rock Hoppers and Sandgropers Fishing Safaris
PO Box 529 Kalbarri Western Australia 6536
Phone: +61 8 9937 1164
Fax: +61 8 9937 1164 

Land Based Fishing Safaris - from Beach, River or Rocks. No experience necessary. Pick up and drop off service. All rods, reels, tackle and bait supplied. A fishing safari trip can be tailored to your requirements. - River Fishing - 4WD the beautiful Murchison River, view native wildlife and wildflowers (in season) along the way, stopping off at a number of locations to fish. Sit back and enjoy the morning tea as we "boil the billy" and throw in the crab nets. - Rock Fishing - Experience the best land based fishing Kalbarri has to offer where any catch is possible. View the splendour of the Coastal Cliffs, whilst fishing from the safety of rock platforms. Catch Bluebone, Snapper and Dhufish. - Beach Fishing - Kalbarri is renowned for its excellent Tailor and Mulloway fishing. From the north side of the river at Kalbarri to Lucky Bay, 30kms south. We'll come up with the location that's just right for you. Combined fishing and snorkelling tours can be arranged by phoning Steve or Deb on (08) 9937 1164.

Murchison Boat Hire
Website: www.murchisonboathire.com.au - Email: lasue@wn.com.au
41 Smith Strret, Kalbarri Western Australia 6356
Phone: +61 8 9937 2043a

For a fun day out in the ocean, fishing or diving, Murchison Boat Hire has a 6 metre aluminum half cabin runabout complete with a 135hp motor and all safety gear including children's life jackets.

Equipment includes Latest Colour Sounder, GPS Satellite Navigation and Waypoints Plotted, 27 Meg Radio, 200 Litre Below Deck Fuel Tank, Live Bait Tank, Inbuilt Esky- Gaff and Burly Bucket. Licensed for 6 persons with quality rods and reel hire available. With our local knowledge fishing tips, supplied local maps and our services, your fishing or diving expidition is off to a great start. A smaller 4.3 metre ocean and river boat is also available.

Kalbarri Boat Hire
Email: kalbarriboathire@bigpond.com.au
Located at the "River Front"
Phone: +61 8 9937 1245
After Hours: +61 8 9937 1957
Mobile: 0417 916 893

Ideal for middle of the river or further upstream fishing from a motor or row boat. Contact Fred or Hazel on the River Front opposite the Murchison Caravan Park.