Fishing near Port Pirie, South Australia

Port Pirie sits on the Upper Spencer Gulf in South Australia's mid-north, flanked by the Southern Flinders Ranges. The surrounding gulf waters are known for consistent snapper, King George whiting and blue swimmer crab fishing, while the foreshore, creeks and the iconic Port Germein Jetty draw land-based anglers year-round. Mulloway haunt the Oil Berth, garfish work Weeroona Bay after dark, and the John Pirie Bridge produces yellowfin whiting and salmon trout on the run. Note that some fish, crabs, mussels and razorfish taken in and around Port Pirie waters contain elevated levels of heavy metals, and recreational fishing restrictions apply in designated locations — check current SA Health and council guidelines before eating your catch.