Best Fishing in the Northern Territory
The Northern Territory is a world-class fishing destination. Whether you're chasing barramundi in the Top End wetlands, reef fishing off the Tiwi Islands, or casting a line at a remote billabong, the NT delivers unforgettable angling experiences.
50 fishing spots
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🐟 FishingMary River - Shady Camp
The most famous barra fishing spot in the NT. Run-off produces incredible fishing. The boat ramp area has more saltwater crocodiles than almost anywhere else on…
100km·Top End
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🐟 FishingDundee Beach
Top End's most accessible coastal fishing destination. Barra in the creeks, reef fish offshore, mud crabs in the mangroves. Popular weekend spot for Darwin loca…
120km·Top End
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🐟 FishingDaly River
Arguably the NT's premier barramundi fishery. The Daly River system holds barra year-round with peak catches during the build-up and early wet season. Run-off s…
228km·Top End
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🐟 FishingBuffalo Creek Fishing Area
Buffalo Creek Fishing Area is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural en…
15km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingShoal Bay Fishing
Cast a line at Shoal Bay Fishing in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that makes the…
15km·Darwin
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Leanyer Drain Fishing
Leanyer Drain Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingBynoe Harbour
Remote coastal fishing paradise south-west of Darwin. Barramundi, mangrove jack, mud crabs. Multiple creek systems to explore.
43km·Top End
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Fog Bay
Fog Bay is a fishing access point in the lush Top End — ancient Kakadu wetlands, thundering Litchfield waterfalls, and some of the most biodiverse landscapes on…
·Top End
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Reynolds River Fishing
Reynolds River Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
150km·Darwin
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Nightcliff Jetty Fishing
Nightcliff Jetty Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural ener…
15km·Darwin
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Vesteys Beach Fishing
Vesteys Beach Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
10km·Darwin
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Finniss River Fishing
Finniss River Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
150km·Darwin
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Wildman River Fishing
Wildman River Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
150km·Darwin
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Adelaide River Mouth
Adelaide River Mouth is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy t…
100km·Darwin
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Corroboree Billabong Fishing
Corroboree Billabong Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural…
150km·Darwin
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Gunn Point Fishing
Gunn Point Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy tha…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingEast Point Fishing
Cast a line at East Point Fishing in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that makes the…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingAdelaide River Barramundi
Tidal river fishing for barramundi and threadfin salmon. Multiple access points along the Adelaide River. Best on run-out tide using gold lures. Be croc-aware a…
100km·Top End
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🐟 FishingDarwin Mud Crabbing
Mud crabbing in Darwin's mangrove creeks — set your pots on a big spring tide and return next day. Limit 10 male crabs per person (check flap shape). Equipment…
30km·Darwin
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West Alligator River
West Alligator River is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy t…
150km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingLeanyer Ponds
Leanyer Ponds is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that mak…
·Darwin
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Edith River Crossing (Jatbula)
Edith River Crossing (Jatbula) is located in the Katherine region — gateway to the spectacular Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge system, thermal hot springs, and the t…
330km·Katherine
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🐟 FishingLake Bennett
Stocked freshwater dam south of Darwin. Barramundi, sooty grunter, and archer fish. Great for kayak fishing.
63km·Top End
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🐟 FishingBlackmore River Fishing Area
Popular freshwater fishing spot south of Darwin. Barramundi, sooty grunter, and archer fish. Public access via dirt road. Be croc-aware at all times.
40km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingDripstone Cliffs Fishing
Cast a line at Dripstone Cliffs Fishing in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that mak…
15km·Darwin
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Mary River Barramundi
Mary River Barramundi is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
100km·Darwin
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Roper Bar Crossing
Roper Bar Crossing is located in the Katherine region — gateway to the spectacular Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge system, thermal hot springs, and the transition zo…
330km·Katherine
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🐟 FishingLee Point Reef Fishing
Lee Point Reef Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingKing Ash Bay Fishing Club
Remote fishing paradise on the McArthur River estuary. World-class barramundi, threadfin, and blue salmon. Boat ramp, camping, and club facilities. A bucket-lis…
1000km·Gulf
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Darwin Harbour Fishing
Darwin Harbour Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
·Darwin
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🐟 FishingVictoria River
Spectacular gorge country fishing. Barramundi and sooty grunter in crystal clear water surrounded by towering red cliffs.
351km·Katherine
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🐟 FishingFannie Bay Fishing
Cast a line at Fannie Bay Fishing in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that makes the…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingChannel Island Fishing
Channel Island Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
·Darwin
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McArthur River
Gulf Country fishing at its finest. Barramundi, king threadfin, and the famous blue mud crab. Remote and wild.
714km·Katherine
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🐟 FishingBuffalo Creek
Darwin's most accessible boat ramp fishing area. Barra in the creek, reef fish offshore. Mud crabbing in the mangroves.
13km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingDundee Beach Fishing Lodge
Fishing lodge and campground at Dundee Beach — one of the Top End's best accessible fishing destinations. Barra in the creeks, reef fish offshore, mud crabs on…
120km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingShady Camp Barramundi Fishing
Mary River barramundi fishing — Shady Camp has the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles on Earth AND the biggest barramundi. World-class fishing for ex…
100km·Top End
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🐟 FishingLee Point Beach
A beautiful stretch of beach north of Darwin with picnic areas, car parks, and toilets. Popular with dog walkers and families. Occasional sea turtle nesting sit…
13km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingMandorah Beach & Ferry
Cast a line at Mandorah Beach & Ferry in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that makes…
15km·Darwin
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Bynoe Harbour Fishing
Bynoe Harbour Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy…
15km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingRoper River
Remote Top End river system. Monster barramundi, threadfin salmon, and mud crabs. 4WD access only, serious fishing territory.
482km·Top End
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🐟 FishingBorroloola Boat Ramp
Cast a line at Borroloola Boat Ramp in Katherine's spectacular gorge country — where 13 sandstone gorges, thermal hot springs, and the transition from tropical…
·Katherine
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🐟 FishingRapid Creek Mouth Fishing
Cast a line at Rapid Creek Mouth Fishing in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that ma…
10km·Darwin
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Tree Point Fishing
Tree Point Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy tha…
10km·Darwin
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🐟 FishingBorroloola Fishing
Remote town (755 people) on the McArthur River near the Gulf of Carpentaria. Excellent barramundi fishing, Indigenous culture, and true outback isolation. 4WD r…
970km·Katherine
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Craig's Fishing
Craig's Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that m…
9km·Darwin
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Finniss River
Finniss River is a fishing access point in the lush Top End — ancient Kakadu wetlands, thundering Litchfield waterfalls, and some of the most biodiverse landsca…
·Top End
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🐟 FishingCahills Crossing Fishing
Cahills Crossing Fishing is a fishing access point in the lush Top End — ancient Kakadu wetlands, thundering Litchfield waterfalls, and some of the most biodive…
·Top End
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🐟 FishingTimber Creek
Victoria River fishing from the township. Boat ramp access to incredible barra water. Crocodile cruise also available.
358km·Katherine
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Lee Point Fishing
Lee Point Fishing is a fishing access point in Darwin's tropical setting — think markets at sunset, waterfront dining, and the kind of multicultural energy that…
15km·Darwin