Burleigh Lake, Queensland: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Gold Coast in Queensland is where Burleigh Lake sits. Tidal water begins 1.8 km from here. Around 20 hectares of surface means several distinct areas to work. It lies lower than most water we list in Queensland. Supplies mean a trip to Burleigh Heads, 1.6 km off. Gold Coast is the closest city, 10 km away. The boundary is near enough that local access rules are worth double-checking.

• Where to Fish on Burleigh Lake

  This water is saline; the fishing interest, where it exists, sits in the feeder streams rather than the basin itself. Being tidal, the water moves twice a day, and the fishing moves with it. Check the nearby waters on this page for the realistic fishing options in the area. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. On Burleigh Lake a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  January is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 24°C, while July sits near 15°C. There is no cold season worth the name. The shoulder seasons either side of summer are the ones to aim for. March through May and September through November are the strong stretches. Time your trip to Burleigh Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. It is marked as a salt water body, which rules out most freshwater fish. The nearest car park is 530 m from the water. A jetty or pier is mapped about 1.5 km from here. Mapping records toilets within 890 m. Where the road in crosses private land, ask first. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. The nearest alternative is Pelican Lake, 0.9 km out. Check the position at Burleigh Lake before loading the car.