Yerrabi Pond near Amaroo: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Yerrabi Pond lies within the bounds of Australian Capital Territory. It stands 613 metres above sea level. The edge runs 2.3 km or so, easy to work in an afternoon. Compared with other Australian Capital Territory water on our list, it sits high. Some 0.8 km away sits Amaroo, the nearest settlement. Canberra is the closest city, 12 km away. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Yerrabi Pond

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Nearby survey and observation records mention common carp, goldfish and perch. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. On Yerrabi Pond a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect January near 20°C and July near 6°C on the long-run figures. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. Summer, December to February, brings heat, so fish the early and late hours. October and November fish well as the water warms. Plan any trip to Yerrabi Pond around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. No dam controls it, and the level follows the season. You can park 360 m away and walk in from there. A pier or jetty stands 250 m away, which helps on a crowded bank. Facilities run to toilets 340 m from the water. Some banks are open only from a marked point. A polite question at the farm gate opens more banks than anything else. Lake Ginninderra at 8.3 km is the sensible second choice. Nothing here settles the position at Yerrabi Pond for certain.