Fishing near Dubbo, New South Wales

Dubbo sits on the Macquarie River in central-western New South Wales, and that river is the centrepiece of local freshwater fishing. Murray cod, golden perch, and catfish are the drawcard species, with productive bank access right through the city meaning no boat is needed to fish quality water. The Talbragar River joins the Macquarie nearby, adding further options for anglers exploring the region.

Top waters to fish near Dubbo

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are in Dubbo, New South Wales and what's needed to catch them.

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Australian Smelt

Retropinna semoni

Common Carp

Cyprinus carpio

Freshwater Catfish

Tandanus tandanus

Mountain Galaxias

Galaxias olidus

Murray River Cod

Maccullochella peelii

Carassius auratus

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