East Gippsland Fishing Report For October 2026
Looking for the latest fishing action across East Gippsland? Our Monthly fishing report brings you up-to-date insights from Lakes Entrance, Lake Tyers, Metung, Mallacoota, Marlo, and beyond. Whether you’re chasing bream on the Tambo River, salmon off 90 Mile Beach, or flathead around the Gippsland Lakes, we’ve got the tips you need for a successful trip.
From the ever-popular Lakes Entrance fishing report and local updates from Lake Tyers, to what’s biting at Metung, Mallacoota, and Marlo, this East Gippsland guide covers the region’s top fishing spots. You’ll also find detailed information on the Tambo River fishing report, plus conditions for anglers around the Nicholson, Mitchell, and beyond.
Hook line and sinker, we’ve got you covered with this October East Gippsland fishing update, packed with expert tips and the best spots from our local guides.
Lakes Entrance
The Surf beaches are landing gummy shark, on high tide, using fresh squid, mullet and tailor. Salmon are still cruising along the coastline, chasing metal slugs. Around the islands for smaller sized salmon biting on soft plastics, great for the kids to have some fun.
Lake Tyers
Mill Point boat ramp has nice sized bream, trevally are biting on natural coloured soft plastics. Try the faster-flowing areas. Flathead are biting on soft plastics and lures. Bream, taking fresh sandworm are biting in the upper reaches of Nowa Nowa Arm.
Mitchell River
Bream are fishing well from the river mouth through to The Bluff, with local, live sandworm producing the goods. The Cut and lower river are worth a look, particularly around the grassy banks, snags and deeper water.
Tambo River
Good-sized Bream are being caught from Rough Road through to the Highway Bridge at Swan Reach, with live sandworm and local prawns producing the goods. Estuary Perch are also being caught upstream of the Highway Bridge, with Mullet and Luderick also around the lower reaches.
Nicholson River
Bream are the main target, with the stretch between the Highway and the Car Bodies fishing well. Soft-shell crab, cut crab and live sandworm are the pick of the baits. The deeper water and structure around the bridges are also worth a try.
Paynesville/Holland’s Landing
Paynesville town jetties are fishing well for Bream, with soft-shell crab and local prawns producing good results. Around Ocean Grange, Snapper are being caught, while Gummies have been taking soft plastics. For Salmon and Tailor, metal lures are the go.
Metung
Nungurner Jetty is worth a look for Whiting, with local sandworm and pipis producing the goods. Metung’s town jetties and Chinaman’s Creek are fishing well for Bream, with cut crab, soft-shell crab and local prawns the pick of the baits.
Marlo
Bream are moving up the Snowy River. They can also be spotted in the Brodribb River catching local prawn. Try Surf Beaches for Salmon and Tailor.
Bemm River
Decent-sized bream are being caught in the lake with live sandworm. Flathead, trevally and salmon are also in the lake. The entrance is closed.
Mallacoota
Flathead are on the move, try paddle-tail soft plastics along the edges of the sandy flats. The top lake is abundant with bream, Bass yabbies and prawns are producing some great results for both boat and land-based fishers.
High Country
Nice-sized trout can be found in the rivers, with good numbers of fish showing and readily taking bait, lures and flies.
Please check weather conditions and prepare for any sudden changes before you venture into the High Country.
Please remember to take back with you what you bought along on your fishing adventure. This ensures we all keep our waterways clean and free of rubbish. Thank You.
We gratefully acknowledge the following local fishermen for sharing their professional expertise and extensive fishing knowledge. Please consider them for your bait and fishing supply needs.
Gippsland Bait and Tackle
69 Main St, Bairnsdale VIC 3875
Lakes Entrance Angler
577 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909
Orbost Angler
53 Nicholson St, Orbost VIC 3888
Bemm River Bait & Tackle
20-26 Sydenham Inlet Rd, Bemm River VIC 3889
Recreational Fishing License
A Recreational Fishing Licence is required when fishing in Victoria between the ages of 18-70 years (exemptions apply).
You can buy a licence by visiting the Victorian Fisheries Authority website.
Protect Victoria’s waterways and fisheries for everyone by following the Victorian Fisheries Authority’s Recreational Fishing Guide.
Safety Tips
- Wear a life jacket when on a boat.
- Check the weather forecast before heading out.
- Always tell someone where you are going.
- Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing.
- Ensure you have a current fishing licence and follow the recreational fishing guidelines.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
Lakes Entrance Fishing Charters
Far Out Fishing Charters – 0428 401 819
Lakes Charter Fishing – 0458 669 820
Lakes Entrance Offshore Charters – 0434 778 275
More to Explore
Fishing in East Gippsland is just the beginning. East Gippsland is full of extraordinary adventures, charming towns, and natural wonders waiting to be explored. Dive into our other “Top Things to Do” guides, suggested itineraries and uncover even more reasons to make your next escape truly unforgettable.
Visit the enchanting Buchan Caves or take a scenic drive up the iconic Great Alpine Road to East Gippsland’s High Country.
Find a beach to yourself in the spectacularly rugged Croajingolong National Park in the Coastal Wilderness or take an awe-inspiring walk to the Tulloch Ard Lookout across the mighty Snowy River.
Catch a bite to eat in the waters around Marlo and Cape Conran Coastal Park and boast about “the one that got away” in the Marlo Hotel.
These adventures and more await you in East Gippsland.
