YORKE PENINSULA
Edithburgh Fishing
Overview
Edithburgh is one of the best all-round jetty fishing towns on the Yorke Peninsula - the jetty over seagrass and sand produces King George Whiting, squid, garfish and tommy ruff.
Local Rules & Closures
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?
Best: Spring & Autumn
Best: Spring - Autumn
Best: Winter - Spring
Best: Summer
Mullet are the reliable South Australian everyday fish — found in bays, estuaries, beaches and rivers throughout the state. They school in shallow water, are easy to catch on light gear with fresh baits, and make a great first fish for kids, especially yellow-eye mullet that run up SA estuaries in numbers.
Where to Fish
Renowned jetty over seagrass and sand - King George Whiting, squid, garfish and tommy ruff; squid fish best at dawn and dusk.
How to Fish Here — Rigs
Best Baits & Lures
Fishing Environments
Best Seasons
Best from spring through autumn; squid at dawn and dusk year-round.
Family Fishing
Excellent - sheltered, accessible jetty.
Fishing Rules
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