Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds)
Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds) is a coastal fishing spot in Puttalam District, North Western Province. The fishing here is from the shore. Anglers here fish mainly for Giant Trevally, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) and Great Barracuda.
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 (12 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Giant Trevally, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Great Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna and Queenfish.
Giant Trevally fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day 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.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
Map
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds)?
Popular catches here include Giant Trevally, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Great Barracuda, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Queenfish, Blue Marlin and Black Marlin.
Do you need a fishing license at Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds)?
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 Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds)?
Giant Trevally fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Kalpitiya (Bar Reef grounds) right now?
Right now Giant Trevally is the most likely catch, at about 14%.