McArthur River
River·Northern Territory·Australia·
Field notes
Major Gulf-flowing river east of Borroloola, classic Gulf barramundi water with deep snag-lined holes through the tidal reaches. Threadfin salmon and queenfish work the lower stretches and mouth. Major saltwater crocodile habitat - stay in the boat.
Current conditions
Wind
5.7 kt SE
Gusts 13.8 kt
Air temp
25.4°C
Source: Open-Meteo / ECMWF (15-min cache). Not for navigation.
Sun & moon
Today
Sun↑ 06:51↓ 18:10
Moon↑ 11:34↓ 00:32
PhaseFirst quarter 49%
Best windows
- Dawn06:28 – 07:51
- Dusk17:10 – 18:32
Tomorrow
Sun↑ 06:50↓ 18:10
Moon↑ 12:13↓ 01:24
PhaseFirst quarter 59%
Best windows
- Dawn06:28 – 07:50
- Dusk17:10 – 18:33
Best windows combine civil twilight with the hour either side of sun transit — the universal low-light feeding window most species respond to. Moon phase influence is folkloric; full and new moons coincide with the strongest tide swings.
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Access & logistics
Spot type
River
Region
Northern Territory, Australia
Fishing style
freshwater fishing and land-based fishing
Structure
Typically holds snags, holes and drop-offs — work the structure for holding fish.
Licence
Recreational fishing licence may apply — check the Northern Territory fisheries regulator before fishing.
Closures
Always confirm current marine park / closure status and seasonal bag limits.
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