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Planning your next fishing trip in Whyalla, 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, nearby tide timetable, 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 Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide timetable.
  • 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.

Whyalla, on South Australia’s Upper Spencer Gulf, is one of the country’s most consistent land‑based snapper and squid fishing destinations. From the iconic Whyalla jetty to nearby beaches and inshore reefs, anglers target big red snapper, thick runs of King George whiting, and some of the most reliable southern calamari fishing in the state. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Whyalla include: Point Lowly, Fitzgerald Bay, False Bay, Stony Point, Cowleds Landing, Port Bonython, Whyalla Beach, Black Point, etc. see full list

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 10:9 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.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
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  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    8%
  • Waning Crescent - 8% illuminated Waning Crescent
Next New Moon in ~3 days on 14th July
  • Distance to earth:
    363,369 km
    Proximity:
    99.4 %
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 Whyalla
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Thu, 30 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the Australia/Adelaide 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). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Crescent at 8% 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 -3 hour and -19 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Australia/Adelaide • Sun, 12 Jul 06:35 • -33.033, 137.565

Tides Times for Fishing: Sun, 12 Jul

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is rising and the next high tide is in 10 hours and 32 minutes.
Tide Graph
01:02 am 05:08 pm AM PM 8.5 ft 1.74 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
low 01:02 am 1.74 ft
high 05:08 pm 8.5 ft
Tide Coefficient at 05:08 pm is 93
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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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
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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Waning Crescent
low: , 2.72 ft
high: , 7.94 ft , Coeff: 81
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Waning Crescent
low: , 1.74 ft
high: , 8.5 ft , Coeff: 93
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New Moon
low: , 1.02 ft
high: , 5.84 ft , Coeff: 39
low: , 5.77 ft
high: , 8.96 ft , Coeff: 102
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New Moon
low: , 0.66 ft
high: , 5.74 ft , Coeff: 37
low: , 5.38 ft
high: , 9.22 ft , Coeff: 107
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New Moon
low: , 0.59 ft
high: , 5.64 ft , Coeff: 35
low: , 4.92 ft
high: , 9.28 ft , Coeff: 109
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 0.79 ft
high: , 5.61 ft , Coeff: 34
low: , 4.43 ft
high: , 9.12 ft , Coeff: 105
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 1.12 ft
high: , 5.77 ft , Coeff: 37
low: , 3.94 ft
high: , 8.76 ft , Coeff: 98
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 1.44 ft
high: , 6.1 ft , Coeff: 44
low: , 3.58 ft
high: , 8.23 ft , Coeff: 87
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Whyalla

Whyalla sits on a protected stretch of the Upper Spencer Gulf, with warm, shallow waters that hold bait year‑round and draw in predators. The town is famous for its snapper and squid, but the range of species available from shore and small boats means there’s something to target in almost any conditions.

Seasonal patterns drive the fishing. Late autumn through winter is prime time for big snapper, with pinkies hanging around longer into spring. Work early mornings and late afternoons when winds ease and the water settles. Squid fishing peaks from late autumn through spring, especially around the new and full moon when tidal flow is strongest. In the warmer months, King George whiting, yellowfin whiting, garfish and tommy ruff are reliable, while summer and early autumn also see better numbers of snook, trevally and blue swimmer crabs in the inshore zone.

The main habitat types around Whyalla are easily accessible. The town jetty and nearby rocky edges offer good depth, structure and lighting that draw baitfish and squid after dark. Inshore weed beds and broken sand patches to the north and south of town are classic squid and whiting grounds. Shallow sand flats hold whiting, gar and crabs, especially on rising tides. Further out, patches of low reef, rubble and channel edges are prime snapper holding areas, particularly where current pushes bait along contour lines.

For snapper, most locals fish from small trailer boats, sounding around for bait schools and hard bottom before anchoring and establishing a steady berley trail. Use fresh baits such as squid strips, garfish fillets or tommy ruff cubes on running sinker or snelled twin hook rigs, matched to just enough lead to keep the bait near the bottom without dragging. Let the fish pick up the bait and load the rod instead of striking hard. Dawn and dusk tide changes are the key bite windows, and a quiet, patient approach usually outfishes constant moving.

Squid and southern calamari are the most accessible species in Whyalla and can be caught from the jetty, rock walls and small boats. Clear water and overcast conditions are ideal. Land‑based anglers do best by fanning casts along the edges of weed beds with size 2.5–3.5 squid jigs in natural baitfish and prawn colours. Boat anglers should drift across weed and sand transitions, using a sea anchor to slow the drift and keep jigs in the strike zone. Pause‑and‑sink retrieves, with sharp upwards rips followed by long drops, trigger more hits than constant winding.

Whiting and bread‑and‑butter fish are abundant across the sand and weed fringes. Drift or anchor over rubble and shell bottom for King George whiting, using light running sinker rigs, small long‑shank hooks and baits like squid strips, peeled prawns or cockle. Keep leaders fine and rods in hand to feel subtle bites. On the beaches and shallow flats, target yellowfin whiting and garfish during rising tides with small baits and minimal weight. Burley sparingly to keep fish interested without overfeeding them.

Practical tips for Whyalla include watching wind direction and clarity – calm days after a blow often fish best as water cleans up and bait moves back inshore. Night sessions around jetty lights can be outstanding for squid, tommies and gar, so pack a headlamp and polarised glasses for checking water clarity. Keep gear simple, focus on key bite windows around tide changes, and match your approach to the dominant habitat: slow, precise for the reefs and snapper, mobile and exploratory over the flats for whiting and gar, and methodical drifting or casting over weed beds for squid.

The Best Fishing Spots around Whyalla

Point Lowly

Point Lowly is a classic rocky headland and lighthouse area famous for big squid, King George whiting, salmon, snook and garfish; winter also sees the cuttlefish aggregation in nearby waters drawing predators. Shore casters work the ledges and protected pockets, while small boats drift the weed beds and broken ground; when the water is clear, squid jags and lightly weighted baits shine. Nearby options include Port Bonython and Fitzgerald Bay.

Fitzgerald Bay

Fitzgerald Bay offers sheltered water and scenic shoreline north of Whyalla with King George whiting, squid, tommy ruff, salmon, and blue swimmer crabs over seagrass and sand patches. Shore anglers wade the flats and rock edges, while small boats drift the weed lines and sand holes; early mornings and change-of-tide periods are productive. If wind rises, tuck in behind points or slide over to Point Lowly for clearer water.

False Bay

False Bay lies between Whyalla and Point Lowly, with broad sand flats, weed patches, and channels that hold squid, whiting, flathead, tommy ruff, and blue swimmer crabs. Wading or long casts from the shore cover the drop-offs on a rising tide, while small boats and kayaks prospect the edges of the weed beds; winter clarity favors cephalopods, and summer baitfish bring surface action. Nearby access points include Stony Point.

Stony Point

Stony Point fronts the False Bay flats and is a handy launch and shore spot for squid, whiting, tommy ruff, and salmon in clean water. Shore anglers cast jigs and lightly weighted baits along the weed edges, while tinnies drift the sand holes and ribbon weed; dawn and dusk changes are prime. If the swell rolls in, shift to the more protected corners of False Bay or head to Whyalla Marina.

Cowleds Landing

Cowleds Landing is a quiet locality south of Whyalla offering shallow sand and ribbon-weed habitat with garfish, tommy ruff, whiting, blue swimmer crabs, and squid in clear conditions. Wade the edges on a flood tide or work the channels by small boat for flathead and whiting; the calm water is ideal when wind affects the outer points. For more exposed ledges and larger squid, head north to Point Lowly.

Port Bonython

Port Bonython is a known land-based area near the deep water of the headland, producing squid, salmon, tommy ruff, and occasional mulloway when bait schools gather. Work the rocky shorelines and nearby corners for clean water and current lines; evenings and tide turns often spark activity. If conditions are tough, try the more sheltered pockets at Fitzgerald Bay or the structure at Whyalla Jetty.

Whyalla Beach

Whyalla Beach on the city foreshore is a family-friendly stretch where fishers target garfish, tommy ruff, juvenile whiting, and blue swimmer crabs over the sand and weed. Light gear and burley excel for gars, while squid show when the water runs clear. It’s a great option close to amenities, with the nearby Whyalla Jetty and Whyalla Marina offering extra structure and depth.

Black Point

Black Point in the Fitzgerald Bay area features rocky shorelines and adjacent seagrass that hold King George whiting, squid, tommy ruff, and salmon, with flathead along the sand tongues. Shore casters work the ledges and weed edges, while small boats drift baits and jigs across the mixed bottom. When wind swings onshore, slip into the lee within Fitzgerald Bay or head to Whyalla Marina for shelter.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Whyalla area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 7 beaches and bays in this area.

Eight Mile Creek Beach - 8.27477695213km , False Bay - 9.12412730761km , Murrippi Beach - 11.65468923058km , Tea Tree Bay - 13.05778922896km , Weeroona Bay - 18.82339401036km , Fitzgerald Bay - 22.33303844745km , Campbell Dam - 25.74949315501km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Whyalla. 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.

Eight Mile Creek Beach - 8.27477695213km , Baie Corneille - 9.12412730761km , False Bay - 9.12412730761km , Koloroo Dam - 9.13039537521km , Murrippi Beach - 11.65468923058km , Tea Tree Bay - 13.05778922896km , Wyelba Dam - 13.56079939523km , Yingani Dam - 13.8072541308km , Black Point - 15.20766712006km , Baie Crebillon - 15.47991982644km , Monash Dam - 16.7875022108km , Stony Point - 17.67708328039km , Bildibie Dam - 18.11251843632km , Mount Middleback Reservoir - 18.28361889959km , Tennat Dam - 18.28361889959km , Weeroona Bay - 18.82339401036km , Continuation Dam - 19.24726291994km , Cocky Dam - 20.17246608741km , Lowly Point - 20.73497595271km , Point Lowly - 20.73497595271km , Whylies Dam - 21.29111383819km , Barber Dam - 21.31553319528km , White Cliffs Dams - 21.35702215757km , Mulga Dam - 21.47630993275km , Mugga Dam - 21.47630993275km , Carribie Dam - 21.91778869777km , Caribie Dam - 21.91778869777km , New Dam - 22.15469489745km , Scotty Dam - 22.15663608413km , Fitzgerald Bay - 22.33303844745km , Cultana Dam - 22.45910988432km , Aqua Dam - 23.78549690979km , Backy Point - 24.13976182403km , Smith Dam - 24.56544780107km , Campbell Dam - 25.74949315501km , Monument Dam - 25.74949315501km , Speck Dam - 26.29270739599km , Wedge Corner Dam - 26.34453508854km , Crag Point - 26.455526877km , Sentry Dam - 26.54028431041km

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