CONSTRUCTED
in 1964 Borumba Dam (Lake Borumba) has been one of Queensland's
most established lakes. Built across Yabba Creek (a tributary
of the Mary River) the lake has a surface area of 500 hectares
at an average depth of 6.6 meters and holds 33 300 mega litres
when full. This is utilised primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Fishing
Lake Borumba
Lake Borumba produces Golden
Perch, Silver Perch initially bred from an on-site hatchery
(now closed) and later with Australian
Bass and the endangered Mary River Cod. However the real drawcard
to Lake Borumba has been the Saratoga. From an itinital release
of around 200 fish, this iconic Australian fish has established
a self sustaining population throughout the lake.
Borumba is a fishers paradise.... Calm waters, misty mornings
with deer & dingoes both seen & heard, structure to cast
at above & below the water with rain forrest growing to the
edge of the water in places.
Fly Fishing
It is a perfect place for fly anglers to test their skills. Saratoga
and bass will readily take a sub-surface fly cast around the many
snags and overhanging trees, however there is nothing better than
the explosive fun of a surface strike. So take a variety of flies.
Lures While not renown as a big bass lake, Borumba produces some
quality bass in the high 40cm range on occasion with the average
fish being in ther mid 30cm range. But what Borumba lacks for
with size, it makes up for with numbers & enthusiasm. Fish
here tend to be quite aggressive will readily attack a well presented
lure. Shallow to medium diving lures will work around the entire
lake margin. Similarly, spinnerbaits and jig spinners.
Soft plastics do work around the edges & can even do well
rigged un-weighted and walked along the surface for Australian
Bass or Saratoga.
An
average Lake Borumba Saratoga
A
typical Borumba Dam Yellowbelly
Saratoga
will readily take fly at Borumba Dam
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Access
All forms of boating are permitted on Lake Borumba however care
should be exercised in the feeder creeks due to extensive standing
timber. There is a double laned concrete boat ramp adjacent to
the dam wall that is open 24/7.
There is a no boating / fishing zone from the boat ramp to the
dam wall.
Camping
at Borumba Dam
No camping is permitted on the lake shore, however there is a
camp ground immediately below the dam wall. This is only a minutes
drive from the launching ramp.
Alternatively there are farmstays and camping grounds further
downstream on Yabba Creek and Hotel Motel style accommodation
available in Imbil.
See
the Accommodation
page for details.
Recommended
Fishing Guide / Charter Operator
Paul
Dolan. Fraser Coast Sportfishing 0407674350 Email
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A Stocked Impoundment Permit is required to fish at Borumba Dam.
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Mary River Cod are totally protected in the entire Mary River
Catchment. This includes Borumba Dam and Yabba Creek.
Borumba
Dam Wall
Camp
Ground at Yabba Creek
Lake
Borumba Boat Ramp
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Borumba
Fishing 'N' Outdoors
Open seven days a week, Borumba Fishing 'n' Outdoors
is located in Imbil (next to P.O.) in the heart of the beautiful
Mary Valley.
This beautiful mecca for freshwater fishing offers unique
experiences for novice and experienced anglers alike.
Lake Borumba, just 12 kms from Imbil village is ideal for
targeting the many fish species available.
Whether
you prefer fly, thread line or overhead styles with live
bait or lures you'll be guaranteed a challenge! Choose your
target - from the stunning Saratoga, the awesome Australian
Bass to the indigenous Golden or Silver Perch - as well
as many many others - are here aplenty. Catering mainly
for fresh water anglers, I also carry an extensive range
of salt-water fishing gear.
Our
stock is ever-evolving and as well as rods, reels, lures,
fly, live & frozen bait, hooks, lines, terminal tackle
(and much much more) I also carry Queensland Fishing Permits
and have a unique range of related gift items.
This region also provides all Kayak's and Canoeist's a totally
ideal location to explore, relax and be one with nature.
If you require a very comprehensive Fishing charter on Borumba
Dam, We can supply details one of the very best local Fly/Hard
Body anglers in the Mary Valley.
Stockists of Coleman camping products and Stearn boating
supplies.
Detailed fishing maps and local knowledge are provided with
a smile and free of charge!
Eftpos/Credit Cards Welcome.
Looking forward to catching you at my place - Lake Borumba
'Home of the Toga'
Hours - about 0630 to 1600 and will open earlier or close
later as long as you contact me before hand.
Contact # 0488 533 280 borumba@gmail.comwww.borumbafishing.com.au
