Lake Tala
Lake Tala
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Lake Tala is a freshwater lake located in the Wakool region of New South Wales, Australia, situated at approximately 34.57°S, 143.72°E in the flat, semi-arid Murray-Darling Basin lowlands. This inland lake sits within a landscape characterized by the broad floodplain country typical of far southwestern New South Wales, where seasonal water levels and connectivity to surrounding waterways play a significant role in fish populations and angling opportunities.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Lake Tala and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Australian Smelt
Retropinna semoni
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Golden Perch
Macquaria ambigua
Murray River Cod
Maccullochella peelii
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Lake Tala. 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.
Within the broader Wakool region, Lake Tala is the primary focus, with anglers targeting areas around submerged timber, deeper holes, and any structural features within the lake. The surrounding region also offers access to the Murrumbidgee River approximately 3.8 miles away, providing additional angling opportunities for those willing to explore the area.
Know where you can legally fish on Lake Tala
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.
Take Lake Tala with you
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Log your catches here
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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)
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