Koombooloomba Dam

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Koombooloomba Dam is a significant freshwater impoundment located on the Tully River, approximately 30 kilometers south of Ravenshoe and 35 kilometers west of Tully in far north Queensland. It serves as the storage reservoir for the Koombooloomba and Kareeya Hydro Power Stations. The dam covers an area of 1,600 hectares with a substantial storage capacity of 186,750 megaliters, drawing from a catchment area of 163 square kilometers. The surrounding landscape transitions from flat tableland into more rugged terrain, making the journey itself a scenic experience. It is a popular destination for a range of water-based activities, with a dedicated campground providing excellent access.

Queensland licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Koombooloomba Dam and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Koombooloomba Dam. 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.

Koombooloomba Bush Camping Area

Campsite

Koombooloomba Campground

Campsite

Know where you can legally fish on Koombooloomba Dam

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.

Queensland licenses and regulations

Queensland Boating Regulations

Official Queensland Government boating and marine hub (Maritime Safety Queensland), covering recreational marine and PWC licences, boat registration, safety equipment, speed limits, and the general safety obligation.

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Queensland Fishing License

Queensland has no general recreational fishing licence - most saltwater and freshwater fishing needs no licence. The exception is line fishing in stocked dams/weirs: anyone 18 or over needs a Stocked Impoundment Permit, which this official Fisheries Queensland page explains.

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Queensland Fishing Regulations

Official Queensland Government recreational fishing rules hub, covering size and possession limits (tidal and fresh waters), closed seasons and waters, regulated and no-take species, and permitted gear.

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Queensland Stream Access Laws

Queensland has no single dedicated stream-access page; this is the closest official page for anglers, listing which state-owned dams and weirs allow public recreational access for fishing, camping and boating, with per-site restrictions.

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