Malgra Reservoir, South Australia: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Malgra Reservoir falls in Kimba, part of South Australia. Elevation runs to 329 metres. A splashy cast here empties the swim; a quiet one owns it. It is a small entry by Kimba standards. Nearest place of any size is Cleve, 50 km away. It is 269 km to Adelaide, the nearest city. No regional boundary comes close, which keeps the paperwork simple.

• Where to Fish on Malgra Reservoir

  There is no recorded depth, so work from what you can see. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Take Malgra Reservoir a stretch at a time. A change of depth of a foot can change the day.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between July at about 10°C and February at about 23°C, the water has a wide range to work through. The calendar barely matters here; the time of day does. The shoulder seasons either side of summer are the ones to aim for. Summer, December to February, brings heat, so fish early and late. Malgra Reservoir runs to that rhythm year in and year out.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. The nearest alternative is Barna Reservoir, 17 km out. Signs at Malgra Reservoir carry more weight than any list.