Khancoban Pondage Fishing Guide, Snowy Valleys, New South Wales

• Overview

  The Snowy Valleys end of New South Wales holds Khancoban Pondage. The water sits 298 metres up. It measures some 2.82 sq km, and wind has room to build across it. Some 8.0 km of bank gives room to move when the wind turns. On size it sits at the modest end of our Snowy Valleys list. The closest town, Corryong, is 20 km away. Further out sit Kosciuszko National Park (33 km) and Jindabyne (50 km). You are close to a county edge here; who manages the access can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Khancoban Pondage

  Our records hold no depth for this water. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Biodiversity records within roughly six miles include river blackfish. Local agencies hold the definitive list for this water. On Khancoban Pondage a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  February runs about 21°C on average, July about 6°C. Cold never closes this one. Winter here is cool and quiet, and often the most comfortable time out. Early spring brings the water on quickly here. Expect Khancoban Pondage to follow that timing. A settled spell fishes better than a bright one.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. Khancoban Boat Ramp is the mapped launch, some 800 m from here. Mapping records toilets within 870 m. Keep the gear simple: light line, small hooks, split shot and a couple of proven lures. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Should this one be busy, Geehi Reservoir is 20 km off. Rules at Khancoban Pondage are worth checking on the day.