Fly Fishing

Very few places in Australia can produce the amount of saltwater action that can be enjoyed at the Mackerel Islands, and fly fishing is no exception.

We’ve hosted individuals as well as groups of up to 30 people, producing upward of 70 species of fish in a week, including mega class fish. Truly a bucket list experience and a fly fisher’s dream.

Fly Fishing From Shore or Boat at the Mackerel Islands, Western Australia

All the islands and sandy cays in the Mackerel Islands group produce quality fish, from shore or from a boat. Both options can produce sessions which would be hard to beat anywhere in the world.

By boat, metre-long queenies are beaten to the fly by even bigger models – unstoppable 12 kilogram golden trevallies have the ability to transform your 10-weight or even 12-weight rod from a four piece to a six piece in a second. Sailfish, mackerel, wahoo, cobia - all the big hitting species. It’s that sort of place.

Thevenard Island beach fishing reliably produces trevally, permit, queenfish, northwest snapper, various cod species, long tom and coral trout.

If you’re staying on the islands, you can hire a boat or book a fishing charter to experience the mega action.

What Gear Should I Take?

Shore based:
Either 8 or 9 weight rods with intermediate line should cover all the bases.

Boat based:
10-12 weight rods with fast sinking line are the go. You will encounter larger fish hanging on the drop offs, so a fast sinking line will get you in the zone for the trophy fish, which are there just waiting for your fly.

Accommodation Options

Mackerel Islands - Stay in a beachfront cabin. Options available for 2, 3 or 5 bedrooms - plenty of room for your family or mates!

Onslow Beach Resort - Need somewhere to stay the night before heading over to the island? The Onslow Beach Resort on the mainland in Onslow is the go. Mackerel Islands guests get a 20% discount off their accommodation at this resort.

Bookings & Enquiries - Call our team on (08) 9184 6444 or email [email protected]