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Planning your next fishing trip in Alice Springs, Australia ? Today is a good 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 Alice Springs, Australia is all about targeting hard‑fighting, stocked barramundi in remote outback lakes and dams surrounded by desert scenery. Despite its arid setting, the Red Centre offers surprisingly productive freshwater fishing in urban lakes and small impoundments within easy reach of town. Anglers focus on barramundi fishing with lures and baits, making Alice Springs a unique inland destination for Northern Territory barramundi action. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Alice Springs include: Todd River, Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Simpsons Gap, Redbank Gorge, Ross River, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 11:57 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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Next Full Moon in ~13 days on 27th September
  • Distance to earth:
    393,391 km
    Proximity:
    28.9 %
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 Alice Springs
New Moon
Fri, 11 Sep
Full Moon
Sun, 27 Sep
New Moon
Sun, 11 Oct
Full Moon
Mon, 26 Oct

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the Australia/Darwin timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is +9 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waxing Crescent at 10% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a good 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 -2 hour and -32 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Australia/Darwin • Mon, 14 Sep 12:13 • -23.697, 133.884
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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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Fishing Overview Alice Springs

Alice Springs fishing is dominated by freshwater impoundments and urban lakes that are periodically stocked, most notably with barramundi. In the middle of Australia’s desert, these man‑made waters provide reliable habitat, structure and baitfish, turning them into compact but productive fisheries for travelling anglers and locals alike. Expect relatively small waterbodies, clear to mildly turbid water, and fish that respond well to classic barramundi techniques scaled to tighter confines.

Seasonally, the prime barramundi window around Alice Springs runs from late spring through early autumn when water temperatures remain warm and stable. From October to March, barra become noticeably more active, patrolling edges and shallow bays during low‑light periods. During the cooler winter months, water temperatures drop and barramundi often slow down, holding deeper and feeding in shorter bursts around midday when the sun is highest. At these times, smaller profiles and slower retrieves make a big difference.

The key habitat types are concrete‑edged urban lakes, small dams, rocky margins and submerged artificial structure. Any point where inflow enters a lake, even a minor stormwater trickle, can concentrate fish. Look for windblown banks where surface scum and baitfish collect, as well as shaded areas created by overhanging trees, bridges or causeways. In clearer water, barramundi commonly cruise just off the drop‑off from the bank; in more turbid conditions they push tighter to the edges and structure, especially in shallow, sun‑warmed pockets.

Lure fishing is the go‑to approach. Compact hardbody minnows, soft plastics and small paddle‑tail swimbaits between 70–120 mm suit the size of both the water and the fish. Work diving minnows parallel to the bank, making sure they bump or deflect off any available cover. Soft plastics rigged on 1/4–3/8 oz jigheads are ideal for probing the first drop‑off: count them down to the depth where you expect fish to be holding, then retrieve with a slow roll punctuated by short pauses and subtle rod twitches. At night, floating hardbodies and surface lures worked slowly around lighted areas can draw explosive strikes.

Bait fishing also produces, especially for beginners or when the bite is tentative. Fresh fish strips, prawns or live baits fished on simple running sinker rigs close to the bank are effective. Position baits near any visible structure, inflow, or along a windward shoreline where food naturally concentrates. Use enough lead to hold bottom but keep rigs as light and unobtrusive as possible in the often‑clear water.

Successful anglers in Alice Springs pay close attention to timing and stealth. Fish early morning, late afternoon and into the evening whenever possible, particularly on hot, still days. Approach quietly, avoid heavy footfalls on concrete edges, and make the first cast from well back from the waterline. Because the lakes are relatively small, fish can become conditioned; rotating lures, varying retrieve speeds, and downsizing leader when the water is clear can quickly convert follows into hook‑ups.

While barramundi are the headline species, by‑catch can include sooty grunter, catfish, sleepy cod and bony bream, particularly when bait fishing or slowly working small soft plastics. Treat the compact nature of Alice Springs waters like an oversized aquarium: read the structure carefully, adjust to water clarity and temperature, and methodically cover every piece of likely holding water until you find where the barra are sitting on the day.

The Best Fishing Spots around Alice Springs

Todd River

Running through the heart of Alice Springs, the Todd River’s deeper holes after rain hold spangled perch, bony bream, and the occasional Hyrtl’s tandan; casting small hardbodies or lightly weighted soft plastics along undercut banks is effective, especially in the months following summer rains when flows subside and water clears; it’s a convenient urban option, and you can explore upstream and downstream towards Alice Springs Telegraph Station and Heavitree Gap for similar pockets.

Ormiston Gorge

The shaded pools of Ormiston Gorge are a classic Red Centre setting where patient, finesse presentations shine; try tiny soft plastics or unweighted worms around boulders for spangled perch and bony bream, and watch for schooling baitfish that draw brief surface flurries—conditions are often best after replenishing flows from the Ormiston Creek catchment.

Glen Helen Gorge

Cut by the Finke River, Glen Helen Gorge offers long, shaded edges and a deep central channel where Hyrtl’s tandan, bony bream, and spangled perch respond to slow-rolled vibes and bait suspended just off the bottom; the bite often improves as floodwaters recede and clarity returns, revealing cruising fish along the cliff-lined walls.

Simpsons Gap

A striking, narrow gap close to town with a cool, shaded waterhole that can hold spangled perch and small schools of desert rainbowfish; ultra-light tackle and subtle presentations—tiny spoons, micro hardbodies, or natural baits—work best in the still water, especially during the calmer parts of the day, and you can pair a visit with nearby spots like Standley Chasm.

Redbank Gorge

At the far western end of the ranges, Redbank Gorge’s cool, narrow pools demand stealth—drift small baits or micro lures through shaded pockets to tempt spangled perch and bony bream; the gorge’s steep walls create ambush points and eddies, and fishing is most productive when recent flows from the Mount Sonder area have settled.

Ross River

East of Alice Springs, the Ross River forms a series of pools and runs that hold spangled perch, barred grunter, and bony bream; walk-and-cast tactics with small spinners, unweighted worms, or shallow-diving minnows around rocky bends and snaggy banks excel, especially as the river drops from wet-season highs near Ross River Resort.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Alice Springs area

We found a total of 34 potential fishing spots nearby Alice Springs. 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.

Laura Creek - 14.09957607549km , Jessie Dam - 15.41219057944km , Twelve Mile Dam - 17.53649365176km , Roe Creek - 18.38352084804km , Eight Mile Dam - 22.07078140942km , Moyle Dam - 22.46617431536km , Jessie Creek - 24.00614297986km , Pine Gap Dam - 24.01298330237km , Paech Dam - 25.55137582272km , Bull Soak Dam - 25.69454563246km , Wagrangara Dam - 26.38235312071km , Number Three Dam - 28.63321280774km , Number One Dam - 31.446332576km , Fifteen Mile Creek - 35.18065796347km , Wallaby Gap Dam - 36.72759814658km , Ben Walkington Dam - 36.95866681956km , Ooraminna Dam - 37.65313986642km , Oolbra Dam - 38.49497292122km , Bond Dam - 40.20989879374km , Beaver Dam - 40.26622484653km , Greentree Dam - 41.08074294471km , Coles Dam - 41.48756301443km , Julie Dam - 41.69554078267km , Twenty Seven Mile Dam - 42.17076102129km , Mc Grath Flat Dam - 43.39873064585km , Orange Creek - 44.05187235778km , Cement Dam - 44.74161551657km , Harry Creek - 47.25558487988km , Small Dam - 47.83261556418km , Jay Creek - 48.00399024994km , Colleen Dam - 48.16772065004km , Benstead Creek - 49.23665890575km , Never Never Dam - 49.42489201677km , Trephina Creek - 49.55062372327km

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