The dam is also home to some truely beautiful fish including bass, silver perch, saratoga, Mary River cod and golden perch – just to name a few. And with NRMA Lake Somerset Holiday Park positioned right next to the dam, you can set yourself up and go fishing for days on end.
Do I need a permit to fish at Somerset Dam?
Lakes Wivenhoe and Somerset are a true fisherman’s paradise. The Stocked Impoundment Permit Scheme leaves these lakes well stocked with Australian Bass, Yellowbelly, Silver Perch, Dewfish, Mary River Cod and Saratoga to sustain the fishing fun. No permits are required.
Are there tilapia in Somerset Dam?
(All Tilapia must be destroyed if caught. They are declared a Noxious Fish). The average family fisho can go to Somerset Dam for the first time and be a good chance of catching fish.
Are there eels in Somerset Dam?
The lake is a popular fishing destination, one of the top five fishing spots in the state. Fish species found in the dam include Australian bass, golden perch, silver perch, bony bream, eel-tailed catfish, spangled perch, Mary River cod, snub nosed gar, Queensland lungfish and saratoga.
Are there sharks in Somerset Dam?
“In times before the weir was built, bull sharks were found as far up the river as Lowood not far from Somerset Dam,” Mr Johnson said. One of the most exciting attributes of the bull shark was its ability to become airborne.
How do you catch the red claw at Somerset Dam?
When it comes to catching redclaw, put the bait in the pot, close it up and throw it in the water, followed up the float. Leave it for a few hours, ideally overnight, before returning to the pot and claiming your prize!
Can you jetski at Somerset Dam?
Water skiing, jet skiing, wakeboarding and tubing are all permitted on Lake Somerset. For your safety, and the safety of others, please ensure: Vessel operators are appropriately licensed.
How full is Somerset Dam?
The current flood storage capacity
| Dam | Total Flood Storage Volume | Percentage of Flood Storage Volume available |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 705, 000 ML | 100.0% |
| Wivenhoe | 2, 080, 000 ML | 100.0% |
How deep is Somerset Dam?
The main riverbed is deep and the sounder shows an average depth of 7m on the delta dropping to just over 20m along the old riverbed. This depth reading was taken when the dam was at a low level, and try as I might I couldn’t find out what capacity it was when those readings were taken.
Are there crocodiles in Brisbane River?
It’s not. There’s crocodiles in the Brisbane River. There are allegedly crocs in the Brisbane, according to a Karana Downs man called Tristan Van Rye (a name that definitely does not sound like something you’d call an Aldi-brand Pied Piper).
What is the best bait for red claw?
Fun fact – Redclaw are primarily vegetarian, so the best bait to use is overripe fruits such as rockmelon, kiwifruit and watermelon. You can also use pumpkin, potatoes and peas.
What can you catch in Somerset Dam?
Somerset Dam is stocked by the Somerset and Wivenhoe Fish Stocking Association. The dam is stocked with Ausralian bass, golden perch, silver perch, saratoga and Mary River cod. In 2017/18, 158,490 Australian bass and 60,035 golden perch were stocked from SIPS permit sales.
What fish can you catch at Somerset Dam?
Somerset Dam is stocked by the Somerset and Wivenhoe Fish Stocking Association. The dam is stocked with Ausralian bass, golden perch, silver perch, saratoga and Mary River cod. In 2017/18, 158,490 Australian bass and 60,035 golden perch were stocked from SIPS permit sales.
Where is the best place to stay near the Somerset Dam?
Somerset dam is located within 2 hours drive of Brisbane. It is a popular destination for fishing and water sports with no vessel restrictions. Hire boats and kayaks are available at the dam. Accommodation is available at the Lake Somerset Holiday Park. They offer cabins, powered and unpowered sites.
How many bass are there in somerest dam?
In 2017/18, 158,490 Australian bass and 60,035 golden perch were stocked from SIPS permit sales. A total of 2,023,695 Australian bass, 1,134,754 golden perch, 586,898 silver perch, 14,937 Mary River cod and 416 saratoga have been stocked in Somerest Dam from SIPS.
What is there to do on Lake Somerset?
It is a popular destination for fishing and water sports with no vessel restrictions. Hire boats and kayaks are available at the dam. Accommodation is available at the Lake Somerset Holiday Park. They offer cabins, powered and unpowered sites. Camp fires are permitted in braziers in the camp ground.
