Fishing Upper Sandhill Lake in Murray River, New South Wales

• Overview

  Within Murray River, New South Wales, you have Upper Sandhill Lake. The land about it is warm green lowland. About 2.25 sq km, so local knowledge or a boat saves a lot of walking. It ranks high for size among our Murray River listings. Nearest place of any size is Balranald, 30 km away. Bendigo sits 217 km out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Upper Sandhill Lake

  The records we hold are silent on depth, so plan to find it yourself. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. At Upper Sandhill Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach. Depth change is worth more than distance from the bank.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect February near 25°C and July near 9°C on the long-run figures. Wet and dry spells shape the year more than temperature. Spring runs September to November and autumn March to May, and both fish well. October and November fish well as the water warms. On Upper Sandhill Lake that shapes the whole year.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. If the gate is shut, Big Sandhill Lake at 2 km is the nearest alternative. What applies at Upper Sandhill Lake may have changed since it was mapped.