KANGAROO ISLAND
Penneshaw Fishing
Overview
Penneshaw fishes Backstairs Passage - the ferry-terminal jetty produces King George Whiting, squid and tommy ruff, with salmon in the open sections around the town.
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?
Where to Fish
Ferry-terminal jetty producing King George Whiting, squid and tommy ruff; fish away from ferry berthing times.
How to Fish Here — Rigs
Best Baits & Lures
Fishing Environments
Best Seasons
Whiting and squid through the warmer months; salmon in the cooler months.
Fishing Rules
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