Freshwater Trout
Browns & Rainbows
Freshwater Trout
Where to catch
Freshwater trout prefer cooler waters and are found in the freshwater streams, dams and rivers of Western Australia’s south-west. Rainbow trout prefer faster-moving water and can be found as far north as Lake Leschenaultia east of Perth, while brown trout prefer the slower moving, deeper water in pools and lakes. Good places to try for trout include areas of rock, points or headlands, areas with lots of weed, places where rivers or streams flow into the waterbody, banks with deeper water close to shore and submerged river beds.
Many rivers in the southwest have trout and can be worth exploring. Some of the most popular trout waters in WA include Big Brook Dam, Blackwood River, Donnelly River, Glen Mervyn Dam, Logue Brook Dam, Murray River, Serpentine dam (between the pipe head and the Serpentine falls only) Warren River and Wellington Dam. These water bodies are also open to fishing all year round.
Other places that are also popular but not open all year include Waroona Dam, Harvey Dam and Drakesbrook Dam.
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How to catch
The first place to start is by getting a freshwater fishing licence. Once this is done you are able to hit some freshwater to start on your epic journey.
The next thing to consider is if you really want to go down this path! Trout are one species that can take over your life and have you thinking of nothing else. The places these fish can take you are nothing short of breathtaking and there is that certain something about catching fish in fresh water.
When to catch
When to catch
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