Krom

Saltwater
Estuary

Krom

Saltwater
Estuary

Sq. miles: 0.5
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 5

The Krom River is a tidal estuary system located in the Western Cape of South Africa, flowing into the Indian Ocean at the village of St Francis. It is a significant inshore saltwater fishery, with its brackish upper reaches and open mouth area providing diverse angling opportunities. The estuary is influenced by tidal movements and supports a mix of resident and migratory marine species, making it a popular destination for both shore-based and boat anglers targeting a variety of gamefish.

Western Cape licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

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

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Albacore

Thunnus alalunga

Hottentot

Pachymetopon blochii

Roman

Chrysoblephus laticeps

Snoek

Thyrsites atun

Springer

Elops machnata

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Krom. 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 upper river section, about 8 km from the mouth, is renowned as the best area for leerfish and springer. The estuary mouth itself is a prime spot for kob and elf, where the tidal flow meets the surf. Offshore, the productive fishing areas are along the edge of the continental shelf where depths range from 290 to over 1000 meters, and the canyon farther south.

Know where you can legally fish on Krom

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 Cape licenses and regulations

Western Cape Boating Regulations

National Small Vessel Safety Regulations administered by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), covering recreational boats on inland and coastal waters. National page reused for all provinces, as there is no separate provincial boating-safety authority.

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Western Cape Fishing License

Official CapeNature page for the Western Cape freshwater angling licence. A licence is required to fish for freshwater fish in inland public waters (rivers and state dams); apply via the form and supporting documents to CapeNature.

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Western Cape Fishing Regulations

CapeNature page covering recreational freshwater fishing rules for dams and rivers in the Western Cape under the Nature Conservation Ordinance, detailing where a licence is required and conditions of use.

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Western Cape Stream Access Laws

South Africa's National Water Act (No. 36 of 1998) is the national law governing rights to and use of rivers and watercourses - the framework relevant to stream/water access. National page reused as no distinct provincial stream-access page exists.

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Take Krom with you

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