Fishing at Lake Mullangoree, West Wimmera, Victoria

• Overview

  Lake Mullangoree lies within the bounds of West Wimmera, Victoria. It stands 157 metres above sea level. For supplies, Casterton is 61 km out. Then Haven, 64 km, and Horsham, 67 km. Close by you also have: Lake Jarracteer about 1.3 km, Lake Culla Culla 6 km away, Lake Charam about 10 km, Polpara Lake 10 km away and White Lake about 12 km. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Lake Mullangoree

  Depth is not on record here, which means reading the ground instead. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Weed, then depth: that is the order to fish a water of this kind. On Lake Mullangoree the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort. A slow retrieve near cover beats a fast one over open water.

• Seasonal Patterns

  February is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 20°C, while July sits near 8°C. Winter is a mild inconvenience here, nothing more. Spring runs September to November and autumn March to May, and both fish well. March through May and September through November are the strong stretches. It holds true on Lake Mullangoree more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Lake Mullancoree Wildlife Reserve (hunting) covers ground next to the water; its rules will apply on that side. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. A polite question at the farm gate opens more banks than anything else. Lake Jarracteer at 1.3 km is the sensible second choice. Nothing here settles the position at Lake Mullangoree for certain.