They're cunning. They're tough. And anglers from all over the world come here to do battle with them. Welcome to Tasmania - home of the wild brown trout.

Tasmania's striking scenery and crystalline lakes, rivers and streams draw anglers from everywhere. The clean air and unique flora and fauna of this region only add to the experience.

If you're going in search of wild brown trout, you'll want to begin in Tasmania's Central Highland lakes. Here you'll find more than 3,000 easily accessible lakes and rivers brimming with tough and crafty trout. The thrill is in the challenge, given the variability of the weather and the shrewdness of the fish.

Arthur's Lake, about two-and-a-half hours' drive from either Launceston or Hobart, is one of the most popular spots for wild brown trout fishing. Boat hire is available and you can camp at the campgrounds.

Other popular inland waters include Bronte, Echo and Dee Lagoons on the western side of the Highlands and Great Lake, Penstock, Lagoon of Islands and the Western Lakes in the Central Highlands.

The main angling season runs from August to May. Seven major waters - Craigbourne Dam, Great Lake, Lake Barrington, Lake Burbury, Lake Pedder, Lake Gordon and Lake King William - all are now open to year-round angling so you can fish for trout even during winter.

If you're a keen fly fisher, the strategic manoeuvring of sight fishing on the lake flats will appeal to you. This method involves actively stalking the fish and then dropping in the fly at the precise moment. You can hunt for the trout while they feed in the shallow waters, or by polaroiding (looking for cruising trout with the aid of glare-defying polarised sun glasses). Either way, it's a skilful, serious business. Penstock Lagoon, south of Great Lake on the Central Plateau, offers some of the best fly fishing waters.

Whether you're a novice or an experienced angler, there are plenty of guided trips to the remote highland lakes and the lowland rivers, where local guides can help you come to grips with changing water levels and weather conditions. Many of these tours specialise in sight fishing and hunting for brown, brook and rainbow trout.

But there's more to Tasmanian fishing than trout hunting. So if you're fishing for new ideas, atlantic salmon are stocked in a number of inland fisheries including the Brady's Chain of Lakes, where you can pull in salmon weighing up to a hefty 12 kilograms. Or you can try big game fishing off the east coast ports of St Helens, Bicheno, Coles Bay, Triabunna and the Tasman Peninsula.

Whether you choose to take the deep sea challenge or prefer the thrill of outfoxing trout in remote waters, Tasmania's abundant waterways, unspoilt environment and natural beauty will soon have you hooked.

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• Nearest City:Broken Hill
• Distance to Broken Hill:450kms
• Nearest Airport:Broken Hill
• Distance to Broken Hill Airport:450kms

Local Attractions in the Area

• Broken Hill Outback Regions, NSW
• Cameron Corner & the Wild Dog Fence
• Sturt National Park
• Depot Glen
• Fowler's Gap
• Regional Map of Area

Helpful Links for the Area

• Milparinka
• Tibooburra
• Flora & Fauna Outback Country
• White Cliffs Region
• Wanaaring

Seasonal Events

• Tibooburra Gymkhana & Rodeo
• St Pat's Day Races, Broken Hill
• Louth Race Meeting: August
• Cameron Corner Calendar of Events