Lake Burragorang Fishing near Oakdale, New South Wales

• Overview

  Set in Wollondilly, Lake Burragorang is a New South Wales water. The setting is pine and hardwood. Around 68.60 sq km of open water: conditions change from one end to the other. Its outline wanders a long way for the area it covers, which puts more edge in play. By size it stands out even at New South Wales level. The closest town, Oakdale, is 11 km distant. The Oaks is 15 km away, with Orangeville at 16 km. Rules here are straightforward: one set of state rules.

• Where to Fish on Lake Burragorang

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. On Lake Burragorang the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort. Fish tight to whatever breaks the bottom's flatness.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between July at about 9°C and February at about 20°C, the water has a wide range to work through. Warm months push fish deep; cool months bring them back. Winter here is cool and quiet, and often the most comfortable time out. The wet months move levels about, which shifts the fishing with them. On Lake Burragorang that shapes the whole year.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. No made access appears within a short radius, so plan to park on a verge and walk. Some banks are open only from a marked point. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Lake Currans, 31 km away, makes the obvious fallback. The position on Lake Burragorang is worth confirming on the day.