Fishing Lake Finniss in Litchfield, Northern Territory

• Overview

  Set in Litchfield, Northern Territory, this is Lake Finniss. The water sits 3 metres up. At some 4.32 sq km it is far too large to cover on foot in a day. It is a smooth basin, with the interest below the waterline rather than along it. You are 39 km from Herbert. Girraween follows at 45 km, then Humpty Doo at 47 km. Other water nearby: Moon Billabong a touch under 45 km and Marlow Lagoon at about 57 km. It sits well inside its county, with no border complications.

• Where to Fish on Lake Finniss

  The records we hold are silent on depth, so plan to find it yourself. Being tidal, the water moves twice a day, and the fishing moves with it. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. At Lake Finniss light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 30°C, the coldest about 24°C. Fish feed through every month here. Spring, September into November, and autumn, March into May, are the strong stretches. The wet months move levels about, which shifts the fishing with them. Plan any trip to Lake Finniss around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access is not recorded for this water. This is a natural basin, not a dammed one. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Failing this one, try Moon Billabong, 45 km away. Confirm access to Lake Finniss locally before you travel.