Location: Middle Park Time from CBD: 20 mins Type of fish: Rainbow trout, Golden perch
This is the perfect place for inner-city dwellers who want to fish without having to go far.
Location: Altona Time from CBD: 45 mins Type of fish: Flathead, pinkies, snapper
The recent addition of the artificial reef makes this a great location for fishing.
Location: Kew Time from CBD: 25 mins Type of fish: Murray cod, redfin, Macquarie perch, carp
You’ll get more than just great fishing as there’s also a great view of the city skyline.
Location: Anglesea Time from CBD: 1 hr 50 mins Type of fish: Snapper, salmon, whiting, trevally
Even those who aren’t fishing fans can still have fun in the sun.
Location: Bundoora Time from CBD: 40 mins Type of fish: Tench, redfin
You'll be surrounded by native landscape and beautiful wildlife, in this beautiful secluded spot.
Location: Barwon Heads Time from CBD: 1 hr 45 mins Type of fish: Whiting, trevally, salmon, mulloway, snapper, flathead
This place has numerous fishing spots to cast a line!
Location: Daylesford Time from CBD: 1 hr 40 mins Type of fish: Trout, redfin, tench
The lake is frequently stocked with trout, redfin and tench and there are BBQ facilities on offer too.