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Planning your next fishing trip in Bunbury, 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.

Bunbury, Western Australia offers incredibly diverse fishing, from sheltered estuary action in the Leschenault Inlet to surf and rock fishing along the Geographe coast. Anglers chase everything from bread-and-butter species like herring and whiting to trophy dhufish, pink snapper and Samson fish just offshore. With boat, kayak and land-based options, Bunbury is a year-round fishing destination for locals and travelling anglers alike. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Bunbury include: Busselton Jetty, Koombana Bay, Leschenault Inlet, Casuarina Boat Harbour, Leschenault Estuary, Collie River, Point Casuarina, Rocky Point, Binningup Beach, Pelican 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 10:1 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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    99%
  • Full Moon - 99% illuminated Full Moon
Next New Moon in ~13 days on 14th July
Full Moon is generally a productive time for fishing - especially night fishing. Bright nights mean that many predators feed more actively during the night. During full moon the gravitational pull is in line with the gravitational pull of the sun, affecting all wildlife and increasing feeding behaviour.
  • Distance to earth:
    402,346 km
    Proximity:
    7.9 %
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 Bunbury
Full Moon
Tue, 30 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the Australia/Perth timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is +8 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 Full Moon at 99% 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. Currently we have a major fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -4 hour and -54 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
Australia/Perth • Wed, 1 Jul 13:29 • -33.327, 115.641

Tides Times for Fishing: Wed, 1 Jul

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 5 hours and 42 minutes.
Tide Graph
09:42 am 07:12 pm AM PM 3.67 ft 1.28 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
high 09:42 am 3.67 ft
low 07:12 pm 1.28 ft
Tide Coefficient at 09:42 am is 101
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
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high: , 3.71 ft , Coeff: 102
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high: , 3.67 ft , Coeff: 101
low: , 1.28 ft
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high: , 3.58 ft , Coeff: 96
low: , 1.35 ft
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high: , 3.44 ft , Coeff: 89
low: , 1.48 ft
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high: , 3.25 ft , Coeff: 80
low: , 1.61 ft
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high: , 3.02 ft , Coeff: 68
low: , 1.77 ft
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high: , 2.43 ft , Coeff: 39
low: , 2.43 ft
high: , 2.76 ft , Coeff: 55
low: , 1.9 ft
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Third Quarter Moon
high: , 2.62 ft , Coeff: 49
low: , 2.46 ft
high: , 2.49 ft , Coeff: 43
low: , 2.43 ft
high: , 2.43 ft , Coeff: 39
low: , 2 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Bunbury

Bunbury fishing revolves around three main zones: the Leschenault Inlet and estuary, the beaches north and south of town, and the nearshore reef and rubble ground offshore. Each area fishes differently through the seasons, so planning around conditions and target species is crucial.

In the Leschenault Inlet, black bream, whiting, herring and flathead are the core targets. Warm months see yellowfin and sand whiting working the edges of the flats; fish shallow early and late with small poppers, walk-the-dog lures or lightly weighted worms and prawns. Through the day, slide out a little deeper and drift baits across the sand. Bream hold tight to structure – bridge pylons, rock walls and snags – and respond well to lightly weighted baits, small soft plastics and hardbody lures twitched along the bottom. Work the tide changes, especially when a bit of colour is in the water after a blow.

The estuary channels also produce mulloway, particularly in warmer months and after rain pushes bait down. Focus on deeper bends and drop-offs at night, slow-rolling big soft plastics or presenting fresh fillet baits on minimal lead. Keep noise and light to a minimum and give each spot a decent soak; mulloway in this system often move in schools.

Blue swimmer crabs are a major draw in Bunbury. Drop nets along the edges of the main channels and weed banks on a flooding tide, spacing them to locate productive patches. Fresh fish frames or mulies outfish old baits, and regularly checking and moving nets is more effective than leaving them in one spot all session.

Surf beaches north toward Binningup and south toward Dalyellup and Stratham hold tailor, herring, whiting, salmon in season and the odd mulloway. Look for gutters and rips – slightly deeper green water with a defined inner bank. In the late afternoon, lob unweighted or lightly weighted pilchards for tailor and herring. At night, step up to heavier gear and larger baits for mulloway, concentrating around the top and bottom of the tide. During autumn salmon runs, metal slices and stickbaits cast into schools are deadly.

From the Bunbury breakwater and rock walls, anglers encounter herring, skippy, tailor, squid and occasional pink snapper after a blow. Fish a simple running sinker rig with pilchard cubes or squid strips for herring and skippy, and keep a heavier rod rigged with a whole pilchard on ganged hooks in case bigger tailor or snapper move in. At night or under low light, work slow-sinking squid jigs around the weed beds for southern calamari, paying attention to wind direction to maintain contact with your jig.

Offshore, shallow inshore reef and rubble country in 10–30 m is prime ground for pink snapper, dhufish, baldchin groper and Samson fish. Use your sounder to find broken bottom, small lumps or isolated bommies rather than featureless sand. Anchoring and creating a steady berley trail draws in herring and skippy, which in turn attract predators. Present big strip baits or squid on paternoster rigs just off the bottom, or jig slow-pitch metals and soft plastics for a more active approach. Early mornings with light winds and a bit of swell often produce the best bite windows.

Bunbury’s mix of estuary, surf and offshore options means there is almost always somewhere worth fishing regardless of wind and swell. Adjusting your approach to each habitat – lighter, subtle presentations in the estuary, mobile gutter-hopping on the beaches, and precise sounder work offshore – is the key to consistent success in this productive West Australian fishery.

The Best Fishing Spots around Bunbury

Busselton Jetty

One of WA’s most iconic structures, Busselton Jetty offers access to deep water for Australian salmon (autumn), tailor and herring on lures or baits, with squid and King George whiting in calmer conditions; nights can produce snapper after blows, and it’s a reliable family-friendly platform compared with nearby shorelines like Koombana Bay or Rocky Point.

Koombana Bay

Sheltered by the headland and harbour walls, Koombana Bay is a prime spot for herring, whiting, and seasonal Australian salmon, with blue swimmer crabs waded for in warmer months; boats work the inner bay and nearby channel edges for squid and skippy, making it a versatile alternative to exposed beaches like Binningup Beach.

Leschenault Inlet

This urban lagoon fishes well year-round for black bream on soft plastics around structure, with flathead and flounder along drop-offs, and occasional mulloway near the bridges; summer brings blue swimmer crabs, and the inlet is an accessible option compared with the broader Leschenault Estuary or the surf at Point Casuarina.

Casuarina Boat Harbour

A protected launching hub with rock walls and pontoons that hold herring, skippy, and squid, while boats head out to nearby reefs for pink snapper and dhufish after weather windows; land-based anglers fish the harbour edges as a calmer alternative to Rocky Point and the surf-washed Koombana Bay side.

Leschenault Estuary

The expansive estuary north of Bunbury produces black bream along snags, roaming flathead on sand flats, and summertime blue swimmer crabs; trolling channels can find tailor and the odd mulloway, offering a big-water option compared with the tighter confines of Leschenault Inlet or the rivers like Collie River.

Collie River

Flowing into the inlet at Australind, the lower Collie holds estuarine black bream, flathead, and mulloway in deeper bends, while upstream reaches can produce freshwater redfin perch; kayak and small-boat access lets you work snags and drop-offs in a quieter setting than Koombana Bay or Casuarina Boat Harbour.

Point Casuarina

The exposed point by Bunbury Lighthouse is a well-known rock platform for spinning Australian salmon in autumn swells, with tailor at dusk and occasional samsonfish or bonito on metals; calmer days see squid and herring, making it a high-energy alternative to sheltered Koombana Bay or the flats of Leschenault Inlet.

Rocky Point

Also known as Wyalup Rocky Point on Bunbury’s oceanfront, this reefy headland produces tailor and herring on baits and metals, with Australian salmon pushing bait into the gutters during the run; the reef edges can hold squid on clear days, offering more structure than the open sands of Binningup Beach or Peppermint Grove Beach.

Binningup Beach

A classic surf beach north of Bunbury with deep gutters that fish well for Australian salmon in autumn, plus tailor, herring, and whiting on the right tides; anglers often move between here and Peppermint Grove Beach chasing schools, or drop back into Leschenault Estuary when the swell is up.

Pelican Point

Jutting into the Leschenault system near Australind, Pelican Point offers access to channels where black bream school around structure, roaming flathead work the sand edges, and summer brings blue swimmer crabs; it’s a productive, wind-friendly option compared with open-water spots like Point Casuarina or Koombana Bay.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Bunbury area

Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 1 wharf(s) in this area.

Jetty Baths - 1.60376820194km

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 11 beaches and bays in this area.

Jetty Baths - 1.60376820194km , Koombana Bay - 2.37235009792km , Vittoria Bay - 3.71104811667km , Samphire Bay - 5.86203425856km , Dalyellup Beach - 9.36667240015km , Belvidere Beach - 11.81309149833km , Buffalo Beach - 14.48007984771km , Stirling Beach - 17.16804466904km , Binningup Beach - 20.19174714571km , Minninup Sand Patch - 23.7723699639km , Peppermint Grove Beach - 24.50215190508km

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

Point Collinson - 0.23568176684km , Koombana Channel - 0.70387155723km , Point Macleod - 0.85671422879km , Point Busaco - 1.27035484786km , Anglesea Island - 1.29124440498km , Point Casuarina - 1.37883120739km , Jetty Baths - 1.60376820194km , Koombana Bay - 2.37235009792km , Mckenna Point - 3.11231521741km , Leschenault Inlet - 3.14459787413km , Mill Point - 3.22512875778km , Turkey Point - 3.67020867196km , Vittoria Bay - 3.71104811667km , Ferguson River - 4.6587566531km , Bar Island - 5.3596879101km , Point Douro - 5.60126051999km , Samphire Bay - 5.86203425856km , Alexander Island - 5.95316611803km , Leschenault Estuary - 8.64609888058km , Collie River - 9.07595793762km , Dalyellup Beach - 9.36667240015km , Wellesley River - 9.84497253131km , Waterloo Head - 11.40785588207km , Belvidere Beach - 11.81309149833km , Rush Swamp - 12.41112555111km , Lake Beridup - 13.22014555859km , Brunswick River - 14.46937601954km , Buffalo Beach - 14.48007984771km , Waneragup Lake - 16.11852652364km , Stirling Beach - 17.16804466904km , Mornington River - 19.33127916738km , Mialla Swamp - 19.75039162312km , Binningup Beach - 20.19174714571km , Myalup Swamp - 23.13810101722km , Minninup Sand Patch - 23.7723699639km , Gynudup Brook - 24.39965852443km , Peppermint Grove Beach - 24.50215190508km , Lake Josephine - 25.11059162859km , Nora Brook - 25.1442943762km , Benger Swamp - 25.15879900967km

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