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Sydney

Boat Ramps
7
Access Points
18
Species
13

Sydney, Australia, is one of the world's great urban fishing destinations, offering an extraordinary diversity of marine environments within and around one of the most iconic harbours on the planet. From the sheltered bays and arms of Middle and North Harbour to the open ocean reefs extending to depths of 150 metres offshore, Sydney caters to anglers of every skill level and style. The harbour itself hosts an astonishing 675 recorded fish species, a testament to the richness of the marine ecosystem surrounding this coastal city. Whether you're casting from the rocks along the exposed headlands, working the deep structure of Middle Harbour from a boat, or venturing offshore into the open Pacific, Sydney delivers world-class fishing in a setting unlike anywhere else in Australia.


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Sydney. 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Sydney

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.

Take Sydney with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Sydney to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Sydney to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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