Careening Cove
Careening Cove on the coast in Australia. Coastal and sea fishing with species ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see below.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (6 species)
About the fishing here
Careening Cove is a coastal fishing spot in Australia. The fishing here is from the shore.
Popular catches here include King George Whiting, King Mackerel, Snapper, Yellowtail Kingfish, Australian Salmon and Black Marlin.
King George Whiting fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Careening Cove, is a bay on the northern side of Sydney Harbour, near Milsons Point. The cove lies in the traditional lands of the Cammeraygal people, who called it Wia Wia. Its English name comes from the early days of European settlement in Australia, when the cove was used in careening - when a ship is tipped or rolled on its side to clean the keel and hull.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Careening Cove?
Popular catches here include King George Whiting, King Mackerel, Snapper, Yellowtail Kingfish, Australian Salmon and Black Marlin.
Do you need a fishing license at Careening Cove?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Careening Cove?
King George Whiting fishing is usually best around Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
What is biting at Careening Cove right now?
Right now King George Whiting is the most likely catch, at about 30%.