Go Fishing - Bermagui

Cover image of go fishing guideThe coastal town of Bermagui, or “Bermi” as it’s commonly known, is located on the
NSW South Coast just over five hours’ drive from Sydney and about 3.5 hours from
Canberra.

Famed for its protected harbour, spectacular coastline and relative closeness to the
continental shelf, Bermi boasts a rich fishing heritage, helped in no small part by the
publicity generated by American novelist and gamefisherman Zane Grey who fished
the area back in the 1930s.

Now, almost a century after Grey’s pioneering efforts targeting sharks, marlin and
other gamefish, Bermi remains a must go destination for big fish enthusiasts.
Black, blue and striped marlin are the targets off Bermi during the summer season.
As the air and sea temps begin to cool with autumn and winter, the focus of local
and visiting anglers changes to yellowfin and bluefin tuna.

While many fishos head to Bermi with offshore capable trailerboats in tow, the local
charter boat fleet offers a range of options for those interested in a day or two out
with expert skippers and crew.

If offshore fishing isn’t your thing, there are plenty of estuaries and beaches to
explore. For example, Wallaga Lake just north of Bermi township produces all the
estuary favourites including whiting, dusky flathead, luderick and bream.

The ocean beaches to the north and south of Bermagui are some of the most
spectacular along the entire South Coast. Australian salmon, tailor, bream, gummy
sharks and mulloway can be targeted at various times off Bermi’s surf beaches.

While fishing is a major drawcard for the area, there’s plenty to do for nonfishing
family members or if the weather’s not playing the game. There are
great places to swim, surf, kayak and snorkel within a quick drive from town.

If you’re into bushwalking, Mimosa Rocks National Park offers some great
tracks and amazing scenery. The famous Blue Pool, Horse Head Rock, Camel
Rock and the historic Montreal Goldfield, Australia’s only seaside goldfield,
are other key attractions to explore during a visit to Bermi.

With plenty of accommodation options, as well as a variety of cafés,
pubs, restaurants and bars, Bermagui really is a great fishy holiday
option. Plan your trip today!

This Bermagui Go Fishing guide is part of a series of guides to popular
locations in NSW. Keep an eye out for our range of location guides to
salt and freshwater fishing locations as we’re constantly adding new
spots and updating existing guides.

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