Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds)
Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds) on the coast in Off Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, QLD. Coastal and sea fishing with species ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see below.
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.
Next hours
Likely catch now (6 species)
About the fishing here
Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds) is a coastal fishing spot in Off Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, QLD. The fishing here is from the shore.
Popular catches here include Giant Trevally, Mangrove Jack, Barramundi, King Mackerel, Coral Trout and Black Marlin.
Giant Trevally fishing is usually best around Jan-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:
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds)?
Popular catches here include Giant Trevally, Mangrove Jack, Barramundi, King Mackerel, Coral Trout and Black Marlin.
Do you need a fishing license at Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin 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 Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds)?
Giant Trevally fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
What is biting at Ribbon Reefs (Cairns marlin grounds) right now?
Right now Giant Trevally is the most likely catch, at about 26%.