Freshwater Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Freshwater Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 17
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 2

Freshwater Bay is a long, sheltered indraft of Bonavista Bay on the central coast of Newfoundland, forming a classic saltwater estuary where several freshwater systems meet the sea. The town of Gambo is situated at the head of the bay, where the Gambo River and Middle Brook flow in, creating a rich mixing zone of salt and freshwater that has supported fisheries for centuries. The bay's geography, with its forested shores and numerous small ponds and streams draining into it, creates a highly productive marine environment. This area has a deep history rooted in both the salmon fishery and the timber industry, and today it offers anglers a mix of accessible shoreline and boat-based fishing opportunities within a scenic, near-coastal landscape.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Freshwater Bay and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Atlantic Cod

Gadus morhua

Atlantic Salmon

Salmo salar

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Freshwater Bay. 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 most historically productive and notable spot is the bar and mouth of the Gambo River at the head of the bay. The confluence area where Middle Brook enters is another key location. The channels and drop-offs formed by the underwater topography where smaller streams like Traverse Brook enter the bay can also hold fish, though direct boat access to these specific outlets is difficult.

Know where you can legally fish on Freshwater Bay

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.

Nl licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Nl.

Take Freshwater Bay with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Freshwater Bay and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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