Richenda River

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The Richenda River is a significant watercourse in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia. It originates in the Wunaamin-Miliwundi Ranges near Mount Broome and flows through the dramatic Richenda Gorge within Tunnel Creek National Park. The river exists in a hot semi-arid (steppe) climate, characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons that dramatically influence its flow and fishability. This remote and rugged landscape offers a unique and challenging fishing experience.

Western Australia licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Richenda River and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Richenda River. 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.

The river can be broadly divided by its passage through the Richenda Gorge. The upper sections, flowing from the Wunaamin-Miliwundi Ranges, feature the river's headwaters. The most notable and accessible fishing area is within the lower section where the river carves through Tunnel Creek National Park, creating deep pools and channels amidst a spectacular canyon environment.

Know where you can legally fish on Richenda River

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.

Western Australia licenses and regulations

Western Australia Boating Regulations

Official WA Department of Transport page for recreational boating rules, including vessel registration, safety equipment and lifejacket requirements, speed limits, and marine alcohol and drug laws under the WA Marine Act 1982.

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Western Australia Fishing License

Official WA DPIRD page for recreational fishing licences. WA has activity-specific licences rather than one general licence, including a South-West Freshwater Angling licence for inland fishing, plus separate licences for boat fishing, net fishing, rock lobster, abalone, and marron.

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Western Australia Fishing Regulations

Official DPIRD page for WA recreational fishing rules, covering bag, size and possession limits, closed seasons, and gear restrictions. Links to the searchable rules database for limits by species and location.

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Western Australia Stream Access Laws

WA has no dedicated public stream-access page; this is the closest official page, covering WA's water resources legislation, primarily the Rights in Water and Irrigation Act 1914, which vests water in the Crown.

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