Maslin Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Maslin Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Sq. miles: 0.9
Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 0
Species: 10

Maslin Beach is a stunning coastal destination on the Fleurieu Peninsula, renowned for its dramatic ochre and red cliffs that contrast sharply with the blue waters of Gulf St. Vincent. This picturesque beach is part of the City of Onkaparinga's coastline and offers a unique environment for shore-based anglers. The northern section of the beach is dog-friendly, while the southern end is designated as a clothing-optional area. The beach is backed by significant cliff-top walking trails that provide spectacular panoramic views, making it a popular spot for both recreation and fishing.

South Australia licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Maslin Beach and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Australian Herring

Arripis georgianus

Black Bream

Acanthopagrus butcheri

Blue Mackerel

Scomber australasicus

King George Whiting

Sillaginodes punctatus

Mulloway

Argyrosomus japonicus

Sand Flathead

Platycephalus bassensis

Silver Trevally

Pseudocaranx dentex

Snook

Sphyraena novaehollandiae

Western Australian Salmon

Arripis truttacea

Yellowfin Whiting

Sillago schomburgkii

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Maslin Beach. 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.

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Boat Ramp

Know where you can legally fish on Maslin Beach

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.

South Australia licenses and regulations

South Australia Boating Regulations

Official Marine Safety SA page on recreational boating rules, covering boat operator licensing, navigation rules, speed and waterway zones, and required safety equipment under the Harbors and Navigation Regulations 2009.

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South Australia Fishing License

South Australia has no general recreational fishing licence - most recreational fishing is open without a permit or fee. Registration is only needed for specific cases (e.g. a registered net or rock lobster pot). This official PIRSA Fisheries Licensing page explains when registration applies.

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South Australia Fishing Regulations

Official PIRSA recreational fishing rules covering size, bag, boat and possession limits for marine and freshwater species, applied per 24-hour period. See the page for current limits.

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South Australia Stream Access Laws

South Australia has no dedicated recreational stream-access statute page; this is the closest official coverage - the Law Handbook SA Water chapter explaining the legal framework for watercourses, water access and adjoining land rights.

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Take Maslin Beach with you

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