Lake Awoonga Fishing Charters – Australia’s Best
Welcome to Lake Awoonga—home to over 8 million barramundi and officially Australia’s most heavily stocked impoundment. With more than 2 million barra released in the past two years alone, this incredible fishery offers unmatched opportunities to land meter-plus trophy fish in a truly picturesque setting.
Located just 15 minutes from Boyne Island, QLD, and surrounded by the scenic Castletower Ranges and Boyne Valley, Lake Awoonga is not only a top-tier fishing destination but also a vibrant wildlife sanctuary. Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, wallabies, wild horses, and over 200 bird species, all sharing the shoreline with some of the biggest barramundi in the country.
Why Choose Lake Awoonga for Your Next Barra Trip?
Highest-stocked barramundi impoundment in Australia
Frequent encounters with fish over 1 metre
Year-round fishing with consistent barra action
Over 5,000 hectares of water to explore and target trophy fish
Easy access from Gladstone, Boyne Island & Tannum Sands
Stunning natural surrounds and thriving local ecosystem
The Ultimate Barra Experience
Lake Awoonga offers prime barramundi fishing conditions year-round, whether you're casting lures top water, fly fishing or using live technology to catch fish Awoonga has it all. With so many stocked fish and so much water to cover, it's a serious contender for the best impoundment barra fishing in Queensland.
Book your Lake Awoonga guided fishing charter with Gladstone Fly & Sportfishing and experience one of the country’s true barra meccas—where epic catches, pristine views, and wildlife encounters come together for a trip you’ll never forget.