The Georges River is a popular fishing site, and it flows into the rich fishing grounds of Botany Bay. In 2001, Botany Bay was declared closed to commercial fishing, and it is now a dedicated recreational fishing ground.
The Georges River is famous for its winter runs of yellow-finned bream. Other species targeted by local anglers include luderick, mullet and mulloway.
There is information on minimum sizes for the various fish species at the boat ramp at Morgans Creek.
If you're going fishing anywhere in the park, you'll need a fishing licence. Get more details from the NSW Fisheries website.
Fishing spots
Burrawang Reach picnic area
Wheelchair access: medium
Assistance may be required to access this area. Toilet facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Whether you arrive on your water skis, in your kayak or walk in, this picnic spot won’t disappoint. It’s in the western most part of the park, so you can only get there on water or on a short walk from your vehicle.
Not only is Burrawang Reach picnic area a great spot to pause and moor your vessel, the picnic area is a perfect place to set up for the day, with tall shady trees, safe fishing spots and plenty of birdlife to keep you engrossed for hours.
There’s ample room for a family gathering and you can use the barbecues or bring along a spread to share on the wide stretch of grass. After lunch take a walk along the Ridge track to Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area.
Activities: walking, paddling, sailing and boating, fishing, picnicking, playing and socialising, water Skiing, jet skiing
Location:
shown on park map
Getting there: Burrawang Reach picnic area is in the Morgans Creek precinct of Georges River National Park. To get there:
- From Henry Lawson Drive, turn into Burrawang Reach Road opposite The River Road
- Continue straight and follow the road along the river to the end
Road access: Sealed road - 2WD vehicles.
Facilities: picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets, drinking water
