Rush Lagoon Fishing in Kangaroo Island, South Australia

• Overview

  In South Australia, Rush Lagoon belongs to Kangaroo Island. It stands 19 metres above sea level. Surface area runs to roughly 1.22 sq km, so plan for one area rather than the whole. Nearest place of any size is Kingscote, 21 km away. Normanville is 82 km and Sellicks Beach 98 km. Close neighbours run: White Lagoon out at 3.5 km, Birchmore Lagoon 7.5 km away, Salt Lagoon out at 9 km, Salt Lake 14 km away and Murray Lagoon out at 14 km. No regional boundary comes close, which keeps the paperwork simple.

• Where to Fish on Rush Lagoon

  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. Tide runs this water, so time the session to the flow. The mouth fishes hardest when the run is at its strongest. Work Rush Lagoon in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give February about 21°C and July about 11°C. The year never really closes; it just gets uncomfortable in summer. Spring runs September to November and autumn March to May, and both fish well. April and May steady things again after the summer heat. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Rush Lagoon.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. The nearest alternative is White Lagoon, 3.5 km out. Confirm before you fish Rush Lagoon.