Prime Winter Fishing Time - KZN REPORT (16 JULY '26)
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The KwaZulu-Natal coastline is buzzing with action as Garrick continue to dominate catches from the North Coast right down to the South Coast. While anglers are still waiting for the large sardine shoals to make a proper appearance, the fishing has remained exceptional, with baitfish activity keeping predators feeding along much of the shoreline.
Rock and surf anglers have been enjoying consistent catches of Garrick, kob, shad, stumpnose, kingfish and the occasional shark. Conditions can change quickly during this time of year, and a seemingly quiet stretch of beach can come alive in minutes as baitfish move through.
Offshore, the action has been just as exciting. Garrick, couta and snoek have featured strongly in catches, with live bait continuing to produce the best results. Trolling lures are also accounting for good fish, while bottom anglers have found success with kob and geelbek on chokka and sardine. One of the biggest challenges offshore has been the enormous numbers of garfish in Durban waters, making it difficult for baits to reach their intended targets. Further south, tuna have provided plenty of excitement, with fast-diving lures producing some memorable encounters.
In the Midlands, warmer winter conditions have kept freshwater anglers smiling. Yellowfish have been active in local rivers, with weighted nymph patterns producing some excellent fish. Trout waters continue to show promise, while bass fishing remains relatively quiet, although Inanda Dam is still producing some quality fish.
With the school holidays coming to an end and favourable weather windows still on the cards, there's plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy KZN's fantastic fishing.
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Rock and surf anglers have been enjoying consistent catches of Garrick, kob, shad, stumpnose, kingfish and the occasional shark. Conditions can change quickly during this time of year, and a seemingly quiet stretch of beach can come alive in minutes as baitfish move through.
Offshore, the action has been just as exciting. Garrick, couta and snoek have featured strongly in catches, with live bait continuing to produce the best results. Trolling lures are also accounting for good fish, while bottom anglers have found success with kob and geelbek on chokka and sardine. One of the biggest challenges offshore has been the enormous numbers of garfish in Durban waters, making it difficult for baits to reach their intended targets. Further south, tuna have provided plenty of excitement, with fast-diving lures producing some memorable encounters.
In the Midlands, warmer winter conditions have kept freshwater anglers smiling. Yellowfish have been active in local rivers, with weighted nymph patterns producing some excellent fish. Trout waters continue to show promise, while bass fishing remains relatively quiet, although Inanda Dam is still producing some quality fish.
With the school holidays coming to an end and favourable weather windows still on the cards, there's plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy KZN's fantastic fishing.
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