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McArthur River

River·Northern Territory·Australia
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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
9.1 kt SE
Gusts 21.6 kt
Air temp
29.5°C
 
Source: Open-Meteo / ECMWF (15-min cache). Not for navigation.

Sun & moon

Today
Sun↑ 06:40↓ 18:01
Moon↑ —↓ 20:21
PhaseWaxing crescent 10%
Best windows
  • Dawn06:17 – 07:40
  • Dusk17:01 – 18:24
Tomorrow
Sun↑ 06:40↓ 18:01
Moon↑ 10:01↓ 21:27
PhaseWaxing crescent 18%
Best windows
  • Dawn06:17 – 07:40
  • Dusk17:01 – 18:24
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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