Fishing Lake Poomah in Murray River, New South Wales

• Overview

  In New South Wales, Lake Poomah belongs to Murray River. It lies 62 metres above sea level. This is sizeable water at about 1.68 sq km, and a boat opens up most of it. Swan Hill sits 26 km from here and is the nearest stop. For a city, Bendigo is 196 km off. Near neighbours: 2 km away is Lake Talpile, Lake Goonimur at 4.8 km, 5.3 km away is Lake Poon Boon, Lake Wollare at 5.4 km and 6 km away is Salt Lake. The regional boundary runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Lake Poomah

  Without a survey to go on, judge depth from how the bank falls away. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists common carp, goldfish, perch and Australian river gizzard shad. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish in this exact water on the day. The shape of Lake Poomah decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 9°C in July and 24°C in February. There is no dead season here at all. The shoulder seasons either side of summer are the ones to aim for. June through August is cool but far from dead. It sets the rhythm of the year at Lake Poomah. A settled spell fishes better than a bright one.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. Carp respond to sweetcorn or boilies fished patiently on the bottom near feeding areas. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. If the gate is shut, Lake Talpile at 2 km is the nearest alternative. For Lake Poomah, the notice at the access point is the final word.