The entire Haughton River system accessed from the Cromarty Boat Ramp is renowned for barramundi. The connected creek systems, such as those accessed from Ocean Creek or Barratta Creek, are known as mud crab hotspots and also hold barramundi and mangrove jack. The off-stream lagoons like Horseshoe Lagoon provide critical habitat and can be productive fishing areas, especially on higher tides when fish move in and out. Underwater structure includes the natural river channels, submerged logs, and mangrove root systems that provide ambush points for predators.