Today's Best Fishing Times for
Bendigo, Australia ðŸ‡¦ðŸ‡º

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Planning your next fishing trip in Bendigo, Australia ? Today is a poor 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 around Bendigo, Victoria centres on a network of productive freshwater lakes and reservoirs loaded with Murray cod, golden perch, redfin and trout. From family-friendly bankside spots to more technical lure fishing from boats and kayaks, the Bendigo region offers year-round opportunities for bait, lure and fly anglers chasing quality native and introduced species. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Bendigo include: Lake Eppalock, Cairn Curran Reservoir, Loddon River, Campaspe River, Tullaroop Reservoir, Crusoe Reservoir, Lake Weeroona, etc. see full list

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:
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  • Waxing Gibbous - 89% illuminated Waxing Gibbous
Next Full Moon in ~3 days on 30th July
  • Distance to earth:
    405,504 km
    Proximity:
    0.5 %
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 Bendigo
Full Moon
Thu, 30 Jul
New Moon
Thu, 13 Aug
Full Moon
Fri, 28 Aug

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the Australia/Melbourne 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 Waxing Gibbous at 89% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a poor day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Currently we have a minor fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -8 hour and -44 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Australia/Melbourne • Sun, 26 Jul 13:19 • -36.758, 144.28
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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 Bendigo

Bendigo fishing revolves around a cluster of accessible lakes, reservoirs and irrigation storages within an easy drive of town. Key waters include Lake Eppalock, Cairn Curran, Lake Weeroona, Crusoe and No. 7 reservoirs, Kennington Reservoir and the Campaspe River. Together they offer everything from bait fishing for kids through to serious lure casting for Murray cod and big golden perch (yellowbelly).

Seasonally, the prime native fish window runs from late spring through autumn. As water temperatures climb, golden perch and Murray cod in Eppalock, Cairn Curran and the Campaspe River become active around rocky points, timbered banks and submerged trees. Early and late in the day are peak bite times, especially during stable barometric pressure. Winter can be slower for natives but is a strong period for trout in smaller reservoirs like Kennington and Crusoe, particularly after stocking events and on overcast, drizzly days.

Habitat dictates where you should focus. In Lake Eppalock, work flooded timber, rocky edges, drop-offs near the old river bed and any visible standing trees. Sound around with a sounder to find bait schools, then fish just above or alongside them. Cairn Curran has extensive submerged timber and rocky banks that hold cod, perch and redfin, while windblown shores can produce great edge bites when baitfish are pushed in tight. Smaller Bendigo suburb reservoirs feature weed beds, shallow mud and rock that attract stocked trout, redfin and yabbies, making them ideal for short sessions before or after work.

Common techniques are simple but need to be applied precisely. For bait fishing, running sinker rigs with scrub worms, yabbies or shrimp are deadly on golden perch and Murray cod around timber and rock; just ensure the sinker is heavy enough to keep baits down but light enough for a natural presentation. For redfin, worms, small yabbies and live minnows fished near the bottom on light leaders work well, especially when you move frequently until you locate a school. PowerBait and worms suspended under a float excel on stocked trout in the smaller reservoirs.

Lure fishing is extremely effective around Bendigo. In Eppalock and Cairn Curran, use spinnerbaits, hardbody divers and swimbaits for cod and larger golden perch, targeting structure at first and last light. Cast parallel to banks and timber rather than straight at them to keep lures in the strike zone longer. For perch and redfin, 2–3 inch soft plastics, small blades and vibes hopped along the bottom are reliable; focus on points, creek mouths and the edges of weed beds. On calm mornings, surface lures like paddlers and fizzers can produce spectacular cod and perch strikes over shallow flats and around standing timber.

For bank anglers, the key tactical tip is to stay mobile. Cover different points, depths and shoreline angles rather than sitting all day in one spot. Boat and kayak anglers should work contour lines, watch the sounder for bait and temperature changes, and repeatedly cycle through productive areas instead of roaming randomly. With a methodical approach and willingness to adapt to conditions, the Bendigo region’s lakes and rivers consistently deliver quality native and introduced species for both beginners and experienced anglers.

The Best Fishing Spots around Bendigo

Lake Eppalock

Central Victoria’s flagship impoundment near Bendigo, Lake Eppalock is renowned for Murray cod, golden perch (yellowbelly), redfin, and the occasional silver perch. Trollers and bait anglers work rocky points and timbered arms in the warmer months for yellowbelly and cod, while autumn–winter sees quality redfin schooled over deeper flats. Shore-based anglers target inflowing channels and the spillway arm, and boating access opens up expansive structure compared with smaller waters around Kennington and Eaglehawk.

Cairn Curran Reservoir

Just west of Bendigo near Maldon, Cairn Curran Reservoir is a premier fishery for golden perch and big redfin, with trout a bonus in the cooler months. Trolling hardbodies along old creek lines and casting around flooded timber produces in spring and early summer, while soft plastics and baits excel when fish school on the edges. It’s a go-to alternative to Lake Eppalock when water levels or clarity shift.

Loddon River

Flowing north of Bendigo through towns like Bridgewater and Newbridge, the Loddon River is celebrated for Murray cod, golden perch, and redfin throughout its weir pools and snag-laden bends. Warm months bring classic topwater and hardbody bites for cod at dawn and dusk, while spinnerbaits and lipless crankbaits probe timber during the day. Kayaks and small boats unlock deeper pools, and shore anglers work access points in Bridgewater on Loddon and Newbridge.

Campaspe River

Winding past Axedale and Elmore, the Campaspe River offers classic central Victorian river fishing for Murray cod, golden perch, and redfin, with trout in the cooler headwaters. Casting spinnerbaits, hardbodies, and surface lures to overhanging timber is productive in late spring through early autumn, while bait anglers work deeper holes year-round. Small craft and kayaks extend reach beyond popular shore access around Axedale.

Tullaroop Reservoir

Near Maryborough, Tullaroop Reservoir is a noted trout and redfin water with broad, windswept shorelines and deep basin edges. Autumn and winter bring quality brown and rainbow trout to winged lures and shallow-running minnows, while spring sees redfin congregate around weed beds and points. Boaters and bank anglers alike target the old river channel drop-offs when barometric pressure stabilizes.

Crusoe Reservoir

Part of the No.7 Park complex in Kangaroo Flat, Crusoe Reservoir offers easy-access bank fishing for trout and redfin in clear water with well-maintained paths. Light spin tackle with small hardbodies and plastics works along the walking track side, while bait anglers target points where depth drops quickly. It’s a convenient, sheltered option when wind hampers larger waters like Cairn Curran Reservoir.

Lake Weeroona

Close to Bendigo’s CBD, Lake Weeroona is a picturesque urban lake known for accessible fishing for stocked trout, redfin, and carp. Dawn and late afternoon are prime for trout on small spoons and spinners, while redfin respond to micro plastics around drop-offs near jetties and bends. It’s a central, easy option compared with travelling to Loddon River or Campaspe River.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Bendigo 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 13 beaches and bays in this area.

Strath Bay - 23.31079586536km , Balee Bay - 24.2727136013km , Loranthus Bay - 25.19546055942km , Beal Bay - 26.49196782306km , Teal Bay - 27.12337039256km , Mutual Bay - 27.24029685147km , Glover Bay - 28.00090687214km , Wirilda Bay - 28.60003846671km , Bo Bay - 28.92431644609km , Point King Bay - 29.3284483753km , Mcivor Bay - 29.83726772473km , Woolshed Bay - 38.22433855393km , Treloar Bay - 39.20039801022km

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

Lake Weeroona - 1.70395776783km , Lake Neangar - 5.41447767488km , Axe Creek - 19.64449721564km , Coles Dam - 22.4758993723km , Strath Bay - 23.31079586536km , Millwood Dam - 23.89520660871km , Balee Bay - 24.2727136013km , Meridan Island - 24.42878838154km , Lake Eppalock - 24.64357279412km , Token Island - 24.67821811289km , Loranthus Bay - 25.19546055942km , Paddy Island - 26.16469815032km , Beal Bay - 26.49196782306km , Picnic Island - 26.52892239233km , Forest Creek - 26.92853469072km , Teal Bay - 27.12337039256km , Mutual Bay - 27.24029685147km , Sometime Island - 27.59084077534km , Myrtle Creek - 27.94966641536km , Glover Bay - 28.00090687214km , Rush Dam - 28.34932240674km , Wirilda Bay - 28.60003846671km , Mosquito Creek - 28.74335597008km , Bo Bay - 28.92431644609km , Point King Bay - 29.3284483753km , Whisky Island Pool - 29.45205383067km , Coliban Pool - 29.62161595999km , Mcivor Bay - 29.83726772473km , Coliban River - 30.93052939343km , Metcalfe Pool - 31.22106686068km , Mount Ida Creek - 31.730005043km , Brewery Hole - 33.48467186897km , Bendigo Creek - 35.47066749702km , Bullabul Creek - 36.37794112172km , Evan Dam - 36.67252256269km , Kangderaar Creek - 37.50265244722km , Alien Dam - 37.60322407702km , Sawpit Dam - 38.04287822804km , Woolshed Bay - 38.22433855393km , Treloar Bay - 39.20039801022km

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