EYRE PENINSULA
Streaky Bay Fishing
Overview
Streaky Bay is a classic family fishing destination - the jetty and sheltered bay produce King George Whiting, garfish and tommy ruff, while boat fishers work nearby reef and the productive grounds further out.
Local Rules & Closures
Rock Lobster must not be taken from the Northern Zone from 6:00 pm 31 May to 12 noon 1 November.
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.
Quick Info
What Can I Catch?
Best: Winter - Spring
Best: Spring - Autumn
Best: Summer
Best: Summer
Best: Spring - Autumn
Snook are one of South Australia's most underrated sportfish — fast, aggressive and great on light gear. They patrol seagrass edges and open gulf water, ambush lures and trolled baits with speed, and put up a determined, slashing fight for their size.
West Coast snapper waters are inside the current snapper closure.
Where to Fish
Town jetty producing King George Whiting, garfish, tommy ruff and squid, with good fishing at the deep end on the tide run.
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, garfish and tommies best in the warmer months; mulloway around the deeper channels in summer.
Family Fishing
Excellent - calm water and good facilities.
Fishing Rules
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