Go Fishing - Lake Mulwala
Lake Mulwala is located 3 hours from Melbourne and 6 and a half hours from Sydney, dividing the townships of Mulwala (NSW) and Yarrawonga (Vic). Formed in 1939 as part of the of the Murray-Darling Irrigation Scheme the Yarrawonga Weir as it is known, was built to raise the water level in the Murray River to divert water via gravity into two major channels, the Mulwala Main Canal (NSW) and the Yarrawonga Main Channel (Vic).
Mulwala is a year-round fishery with the dominant target species being Murray cod which recruit naturally in the lake’s old riverbed and abundant sunken timber. Summer is a popular time for fishing the lake and while the warmer months generally produced more fish, the winter months are when anglers catch the larger Murray cod the lake has built a reputation for. Mulwala is not only known for large Murray cod, it also boasts excellent fishing for golden perch, Murray crayfish and non-native species such as redfin and European carp.
While Lake Mulwala is the main attraction, the Murray River up and downstream of the lake holds all of the mentioned species and should not be overlooked, especially at busier times like summer school holidays.
The townships of Mulwala and Yarrawonga offer a lot more than just a base for fishing. There is plenty to do in the area with expansive forests, walking tracks, parks, cafes, and ample accommodation options. Mulwala offers not only excellent fishing but is a great family destination with a bonus of being close to two major population centers. Pack the gear, load up the boat or kayak and see what one of NSW’s premier freshwater sportfishing dams has to offer.
Note: If you plan on targeting Murray cray in Lake Mulwala ensure you check the FishSmart app for rules and regs.
Note: Yarrawonga Weir to Tocumwal (Refer to map below). The following waters are closed to all methods of fishing including catch
and release fishing between September and November (inclusive) each year; the Murray River and its NSW tributaries, from Yarrawonga Weir downstream to the Newell Highway bridge at Tocumwal. Between the months of December and August inclusive each year, general inland fishing regulations apply.
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Go Fishing - Lake Mulwala (PDF, 3521.86 KB)
