Fishing Holidays

Remember: you will need a current Victorian fishing licence, available from the General Store or Roadhouse in Nelson.

Nelson and its neighbouring areas have much to offer whether you are a hobby fisherman or a serious follower of the fishing competitions.

  • Fish from beach, boat or jetty

  • Target bream, mulloway, estuary perch, Australian salmon, mullet and more

  • Popular venue for fishing competitions

  • Obtain rock lobster in season at nearby Port MacDonnell

  • Fish for tuna and kingfish at Portland

Something for everyone including the kids

  • Arnold’s Place is a great base for your fishing holiday.

  • Boat friendly – easy parking for one or two boats

  • Bait fridge provided

  • 300 metres to Simson’s Landing launching ramp for access to the lower reaches and estuary of the Glenelg River

  • A short drive to Sapling Creek and Pritchard’s ramps for access to upstream fishing

  • Two minutes from General Store for bait and fishing supplies, Nelson Roadhouse for fuel and the Nelson Pub to claim bragging rights

  • Canoe hire is available