Crawford River
Crawford River
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The Crawford River is a perennial river flowing through the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales. It is part of the Mid-Coast Council system and offers a freshwater fishing environment with a focus on native species. The river's flow and fish populations are influenced by man-made structures, and efforts are ongoing to improve fish passage and monitor the aquatic community.
Species & education
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Australian Longfin Eel
Anguilla reinhardtii
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Crawford River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
A known and significant fishing location is the area around the weir on Crawford River Road. This spot is a focal point due to the fishway, which concentrates fish activity as they attempt to move upstream. Productive fishing can often be found both immediately below and above this structure.
Know where you can legally fish on Crawford River
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
New South Wales licenses and regulations
New South Wales Boating Regulations
Official Transport for NSW (NSW Maritime) hub for safety and rules on NSW waterways, including the Boating Handbook, lifejacket and safety-equipment requirements, and navigation and speed rules.
New South Wales Fishing License
Official Service NSW page for the NSW recreational fishing fee/licence. Anyone fishing NSW waters (fresh or salt) must pay the recreational fishing fee and carry the receipt unless exempt. See the page for current fees and exemptions.
New South Wales Fishing Regulations
Official NSW DPIRD Fisheries hub for recreational fishing rules, covering saltwater and freshwater bag and size limits, possession limits, gear rules and closures.
New South Wales Stream Access Laws
Official NSW DPIRD Fisheries Angler Access page - NSW's closest equivalent to a stream-access page. Explains the public right to fish tidal waters, legal stream access via public land, and that crossing private land needs the owner's permission.
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