Freshwater bag and size limits

Bag limit: The maximum number of fish per person per day.

Possession Limit: The possession limit is the maximum number of fish per person if you have been fishing for more than one day, which is equal to twice the daily bag limit, unless otherwise stated in the table. The possession limit also applies to the transport and storage of fish but does not apply to the purchase of fish from a registered fish receiver, such as a fish shop.

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Summary of freshwater fishing rules

In the above table, the terms "eastern dams" & "eastern rivers" refer to waters located within the eastern drainages of NSW. Listed dams are shown in the table below: The daily limit is the maximum number of fish taken per person per day. The possession limit is the maximum number of fish per person if you have been fishing for more than one day, which is equal to twice the daily bag limit, unless otherwise stated in the table. The possession limit also applies to the transport and storage of fish but does not apply to the purchase of fish from a registered fish receiver, such as a fish shop. Finfish are measured from the tip of the snout to tip of the tail. Crayfish are measured from the rear of the eye socket to the centre rear of the carapace.

Fishing in general trout streams, artificial fly and lure streams and trout spawning streams from the end of the June long weekend to the start of the October long weekend is prohibited. Refer to the NSW Government Gazette for more information on trout and salmon fishing rules and fishing rules for Thompsons Creek Dam. Seasonal fishing closures may apply in other waters.

Western dams where Silver Perch & Catfish may be taken

Eastern dams where Silver Perch & Catfish may be taken

*Note: Catfish may also be taken from eastern flowing streams.