Cudgegong River near Kandos: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  The Mid-Western end of New South Wales holds Cudgegong River. Elevation runs to 655 metres. By elevation it is in the upper part of our New South Wales listings. Head to Kandos, 22 km away, for anything you forgot. Further out sit Portland (62 km) and Mudgee (63 km). Others worth noting: Lake Windamere the better part of 40 km. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Cudgegong River

  Depth is not on record here, which means reading the ground instead. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. On Cudgegong River the obvious spot is not always the productive one. A gravel patch among silt is worth several casts.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect January to average close to 20°C, with July the cold end at about 6°C. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. Winter here is cool and quiet, and often the most comfortable time out. June through August is cool but far from dead. On Cudgegong River that shapes the whole year.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. A made slipway is 300 m from here, which settles the boat question. Public data has parking about 430 m from the shore. You can camp 470 m off, which suits an early start. A toilet block sits 360 m away. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. For a change of water, Lake Windamere is 40 km distant. The position on Cudgegong River is worth confirming on the day.