Why locals fish this spot
Bicton Baths is a quiet stretch of the Swan River with old jetty structure and subtle depth changes that hold fish. It doesn't look like much compared to flashier spots, but the pylons and edges hold bream year-round, and the sandy bottom is flathead territory. It's a finesse spot that rewards patience and light tackle.
How to fish this spot
Work soft plastics or light bait rigs around the pylons and along the edges where sand meets structure. Let the current do the work — natural drift presentations outfish anything forced. Tide turns are the best windows, especially when they coincide with low light.
Common catches
Bream (the main target, year-round around structure), flathead (sandy bottom, ambush feeders), and occasional tailor moving through the river system.
Access and tips
Boat traffic can spook fish in the shallows — quieter periods early morning and late evening fish best. Keep your weights light so baits drift naturally. This isn't a spot for heavy gear; 4–6lb leaders and small hooks are what works.