Many Reasons To Use A Port Phillip Bay Fishing Map

By Martina Garrett


Port Phillip Bay has a depth of up to 30m and covers 2000 square kilometers. It is also commonly known as "Rip" bay, and is approximately 3 km wide. As one of the most hazardous entrances, the Rip should generally be navigated during calm conditions by skilled crewmen who posses a Port Phillip bay fishing map.

Many table fish can be found in this bay. To name but a few are Gummy Shark, Squid, Snapper, Garfish, Bream, Flathead and Whiting. In PPB there are many fishing hot spots to enjoy. By inquiring with the locals at the fishing tackle shops you will soon find where the fish are located.

During various stages of the season you will be able to find species such as Kingfish, Salmon, Yellow Tail, Snook, Gummy Sharks and Whiting. Usually the locals are very helpful when seeking these fish. There are many experienced fishermen who would be more than able to assist you in locating the best spots.

Regular catches in the Rip are Salmon, Leatherjacket, Barracouta, Snapper, Squid and champion Whiting. November to April are the warmer months of the year, and is the best time to go after a number of different species. The Yellow Kingfish run is definitely something to enjoy. You will also be able to find plenty of Squid migrating into the bay each year around October.

The best spots to fish for Squid are at Point Lonsdale, Port Napean, as well as Queenscliff. Here, large Squid are found with catches of up to 300kg. Towards the end of October, Snapper enter the area and are also popular on the end of lines.

Many Kingfish are targeted off the stonewall in Nepean Bay. Here anglers regularly anchor 600m out at a time, when they then enjoy chasing these "Green Rockets". Land based anglers do well in this area, as do Game fishermen. Another good location is just off the piers of Queenscliff and Port Lonsdale. The common catch here is the Seven Gilled Shark species.

Relocating up towards the western end of the boat ramp in Intended Head, an individual will get great access to Prince George Bank. Other great places worth looking into are Grassy Point and also the Governor's Reef. Anglers who cast from the pier are privileged to catch quite a few Whiting, Flathead and Leatherjackets throughout the summer months.

Geelong's Cario Bay is home to the Snapper, Flathead and Whiting. Anglers of Cunnigham Pier are rewarded well for their efforts. This Pier regularly produces Barracouta, Slimy Mackerel, Travally and Flathead. Land based fishermen are usually quite successful within this spot.

The area of Geelong Grammar School is a well-known hot spot for its typical catches of Flathead, Snapper and Gummy Sharks. Just north of St George, one is able to find a great location for catching the Whiting species. Fishermen are also be very lucky in the old channel.

At Curlewis Bank, Whiting are the norm. Clifton Springs has very good access, and includes a boat ramp. Bream can also be found in the waters of Werribee area. As there are so many fantastic locations to enjoy, making use of a Port Phillip bay fishing map is an absolute must.




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