Recreational fishing
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Fishing limits
Use the search function to discover the daily fishing limits for each fish species.
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Closures
Fishing closures may be permanent, seasonal or temporary. Find out the closures that apply to South Australian waters.
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Fishing gear
Rules apply to fishing gear, including gear combinations, and the bait and berley you can use.
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Fishwatch
Call the Fishwatch 24-hour hotline for fishing information and to report shark sightings, illegal fishing activity, or aquatic pests.
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Same Dish, New Fish
Learn about the catch and consumption of less popular fish and seafood. Try a different fish in your next recipe and support sustainability.
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Aboriginal traditional fishing
Practicing traditional fishing is important in passing down cultural knowledge. It allows Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to continue to participate in customs.
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About recreational fishing
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) Fisheries and Aquaculture division enables the:
- regulation and sustainable development of South Australia’s aquatic resources
- balanced growth of our fisheries and aquaculture industries
- protection of aquatic habitats and organisms
- management of the state's fish stocks in partnership with industry and the community.
Read more in the Management plan for recreational fishing in South Australia ().
Legislation
Recreational and commercial fishing activities are controlled by the:
