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Planning your next fishing trip in Hay, Australia ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular bite times and moon phases, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise bite times and moon phases and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Hay, New South Wales centres on the mighty Murrumbidgee River, offering classic inland Australian freshwater angling. Around Hay you’ll find iconic Murray cod, golden perch, and native river species holding in timbered bends, deep holes and irrigation structures, making it a productive destination for bait, lure and fly fishers alike. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Hay include: Murrumbidgee River, Murray River, Edward River, Lachlan River, Billabong Creek, Wakool River, Yanga Lake, Lake Benanee, Lake Paika, Old Man Creek, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 9:56 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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  • Third Quarter Moon - 43% illuminated Third Quarter Moon
Next New Moon in ~6 days on 15th June
  • Distance to earth:
    380,510 km
    Proximity:
    59.1 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Hay
New Moon
Mon, 15 Jun
Full Moon
Tue, 30 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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    05:40 am - 07:40 am
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All times are displayed in the Australia/Sydney timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is +10 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Third Quarter Moon at 43% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -1 hour and -10 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Australia/Sydney • Tue, 9 Jun 05:29 • -34.509, 144.843
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Hay

The Hay region sits on a productive stretch of the Murrumbidgee River, with long, slow pools, snaggy bends and sandy beaches that suit a range of fishing styles. The river here typically runs slightly turbid, which favours strong-profile lures and robust bait tactics. Murray cod and golden perch (yellowbelly) are the headline species, with carp, redfin and other natives filling in the gaps when the main targets are quiet.

Seasonally, the best Murray cod fishing around Hay generally runs from late spring through early autumn, when water temperatures are stable and baitfish and shrimp are active. Early morning and last light are prime windows, especially during hot, still days. Golden perch bite well in spring as the river warms and again in late summer and early autumn, often switching on around flow changes or mild rises in river level. Winter can still produce fish, but downsized lures, slower retrieves and focusing on the deepest holes become more important.

Habitat choice is crucial. Look for outside bends with heavy timber, undercut banks and any patch of drowned trees or rootballs – these are classic cod and yellowbelly ambush points. Long, slow pools downstream of riffles or shallow runs are worth methodical coverage, as are areas around bridge pylons and irrigation offtakes. Sandbars and shallow edges hold schools of carp and bony bream, which can provide constant action and a good bait source. When the river is lower and clearer, focus on the deepest visible structure; when it’s higher and dirtier, fish pushed-in edges and newly flooded snags.

For casting lures, medium baitcast or spin outfits spooled with 20–30 lb braid and 30–40 lb leader cover most Murray cod work, with 10–15 lb setups fine for golden perch. Around Hay, proven lure options include mid- to deep-diving hard-bodies that will tick along timbered edges, large soft plastics on strong jigheads, and spinnerbaits that can be slow-rolled through drowned timber without snagging too heavily. In coloured water, choose darker or high-contrast patterns and lures that thump strongly; in clearer periods, more natural baitfish colours can excel.

Bait fishing remains highly effective. Shrimp, yabbies, scrub worms and small live baitfish presented on running sinker or paternoster rigs account for plenty of cod and yellowbelly. Anchor upstream of a likely snag, cast so the bait settles just off the structure, and keep rigs simple and robust. Carp and other rough fish are easily tempted with corn, bread dough or worms on lighter gear, providing steady action, especially for families.

Tactically, cover water thoroughly. Work each snag from multiple angles, starting with the outside edges before probing deeper into the structure. Vary retrieve speeds from slow rolls to stop–starts and short rips, paying attention to what draws strikes. In low light, focus on shallow points, rock bars and edges; in bright conditions, push deeper into shade and heavy timber. Consistent success around Hay’s Murrumbidgee stretch comes from reading the current, targeting the heaviest available cover, and adjusting lure size and speed to match water clarity and temperature.

The Best Fishing Spots around Hay

Murrumbidgee River

Flowing right through Hay, the Murrumbidgee River is the area’s headline fishery, producing Murray cod, golden perch (yellowbelly), and carp, with the best bite typically from spring through autumn; cast spinnerbaits and hardbodies around timbered bends or bait fish yabbies and worms from accessible banks and boat-launch areas, and roam upstream or downstream to vary structure and flow similar to productive stretches near Darlington Point and Balranald.

Murray River

Within a reasonable drive south of Hay, the Murray River around Euston and Robinvale offers big-river fishing for Murray cod, golden perch, and the occasional silver perch; trolling deep-divers along ledges, casting around snags, or soaking baits in slower pools all produce, especially during warmer months when flows stabilize and fish hold tight to woody structure.

Edward River

East-southeast of Hay, the Edward River near Deniliquin is renowned for strong numbers of golden perch and Murray cod; target submerged timber and cut-banks with spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, and hardbodies, or bait fish shrimp and worms from accessible town reaches and upstream pools that fish well through spring and early summer.

Lachlan River

North of Hay near Booligal, the Lachlan River delivers classic inland river fishing for Murray cod, golden perch, and carp; work the deeper bends, snag piles, and confluences with diving lures or spinnerbaits, and use baits like yabbies or cheese in slower holes, particularly productive after stable flows and warming temperatures.

Billabong Creek

One of the world’s longest creeks, Billabong Creek around Wanganella and toward Conargo provides accessible bank fishing for golden perch, Murray cod, and redfin; fish tight to snags and undercut banks with small hardbodies, vibes, or baits like worms and shrimp, especially effective in the warmer months when flow is gentle.

Wakool River

West-southwest of Hay, the Wakool River near Moulamein and Kyalite is a reliable cod-and-perch waterway; slow-troll hardbodies along drop-offs, cast spinnerbaits into timber, or anchor and present yabbies and worms in eddies and deeper holes where Murray cod and golden perch hold during spring and early summer.

Yanga Lake

Adjacent to the Murrumbidgee near Balranald, Yanga Lake offers sheltered lake fishing for golden perch, redfin, and carp; launch small boats or kayaks to work weed edges and drop-offs with blades and soft plastics, or bait fish yabbies and worms from accessible foreshore areas, with best action during stable, warmer weather.

Lake Benanee

Near Euston, Lake Benanee fishes well for golden perch, carp, and the odd redfin; anglers troll or cast along the margins and deeper pockets, while shore-based bait fishing with yabbies, shrimp, or worms is productive when wind pushes food into one side of the lake during spring and summer.

Lake Paika

Just north of Balranald, Lake Paika provides quiet, accessible bank fishing for golden perch, carp, and occasional redfin; focus on points and inflow areas with bait such as worms and yabbies, or cast small hardbodies and blades when the water is clear and wind creates a gentle drift along the edges.

Old Man Creek

An anabranch of the Murrumbidgee near Hay, Old Man Creek offers intimate, snag-rich water that holds golden perch and Murray cod; walk-and-cast small hardbodies, spinnerbaits, and weedless plastics into tight structure, or soak baits like yabbies and worms in deeper bends, with best results in late spring through early autumn.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Hay area

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.

Porters Dam - 47.64897427499km

We found a total of 30 potential fishing spots nearby Hay. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Cooladgery Lagoon - 2.35918671478km , Hay Weir - 12.06381475023km , Telegraph Dam - 16.6008540521km , Gum Creek - 19.27082873892km , Telegraph Creek - 20.67244258962km , Williams Dam - 23.48455796269km , Sand Creek - 30.30935676996km , Cuba Dam - 33.67602666492km , Cooba Dam - 33.972980211km , The Gums Dam - 35.07019291788km , Alicks Dam - 36.0172488565km , Narrow Lagoon - 37.60710415827km , Longbottoms Dam - 37.68413414906km , Eurolie Dam - 38.84817943841km , Curtains Creek - 40.073507349km , Bromiumbong Swamp - 40.38318560784km , Conargo Dam - 41.16587809596km , Abercrombie Creek - 42.17556909792km , Eurolie Anabranch - 42.8084577519km , Eurolie Creek - 44.64348918249km , Oolambeyan Dam - 44.65314444652km , Cooey Point Lagoon - 45.08210626606km , Meginleys Lake - 46.75139865022km , Porters Dam - 47.64897427499km , Yannaway Lagoon - 48.47115723133km , Meginleys Swamp - 48.81225824197km , Harts Lake - 48.81225824197km , Burra Burroon Swamp - 49.16662390111km , Gundaline Creek - 49.62998609157km , Maude Weir - 49.63492464333km

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