FLEURIEU PENINSULA
Carrickalinga Fishing
Overview
Carrickalinga's beaches and rocky sections produce King George Whiting, squid and the occasional mulloway, in a quieter setting just south of Normanville.
Local Rules & Closures
Rock Lobster must not be taken from the Southern Zone from 6:00 pm 31 May to 6:00 am 1 October.
A closure in place since 1 May 2026 prohibits the targeting, take and possession of Southern Garfish in the Gulf St Vincent & Kangaroo Island fishing zone for recreational and charter boat fishing.
A total closure from 1 May 2026 prohibits the targeting, take and possession of Southern Calamari in the Gulf St Vincent & Kangaroo Island fishing zone for recreational and charter boat fishing.
Snapper fishing is closed until 30 June 2027: targeting, take and catch-and-release fishing are strictly prohibited. Do not transit through a closure area with Snapper on board — bringing Snapper back to any boat ramp in a closed area (including Cape Jervis, Wirrina and Penneshaw) is prohibited.
The targeting, take and possession of King George Whiting is prohibited in Gulf St Vincent and Spencer Gulf during the annual spawning closure (1 March – 30 June).
Quick Info
What Can I Catch?
How to Fish Here — Rigs
The simplest and most natural presentation rig in fishing — a sinker that slides freely on the line so a fish can pick up the bait without feeling any weight. Perfect for finicky biters like whiting, bream and mullet.
A versatile and highly effective rig for King George Whiting and many other species.
Best Baits & Lures
Fishing Environments
Best Seasons
Whiting through the warmer months; mulloway at dawn and dusk.
Fishing Rules
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