The Murrumbidgee River is one of Australia's great inland waterways, stretching from its headwaters in the Snowy Mountains region through the Australian Capital Territory and across the plains of New South Wales before joining the Murray River system. This diverse river offers dramatically different fishing experiences depending on where you fish it — from cold, clear mountain reaches holding trout and Macquarie perch in the upper sections, to warm, slow-moving lowland stretches where Murray cod and golden perch reign supreme. The river passes through national parks, state forests, and pastoral land, making it a destination that rewards anglers who take the time to explore its many moods and habitats.