When do salmon run past Cottesloe Groyne?

March through June, with the strongest pulses typically in April and May. Salmon hug the coast and the groynes are a known interception point — fish 30–40g metals on a fast retrieve across the seam where wash meets clean water.

Is Cottesloe Groyne safe to fish?

Yes in manageable swell (under about 1.5m) with grippy footwear and time spent watching sets before committing to a low rock. In bigger swell or after dark in unfamiliar conditions it gets risky — choose a sheltered alternative.

Can I fish at Cottesloe during summer?

Yes, but not during patrolled swimming hours and not in the swim zone. Dawn and dusk work best for both fishing quality and avoiding crowds; stay on the groyne rocks and away from the main beach.

What's the best bait at Cottesloe Groyne?

For tailor and salmon, ganged-hook mulies or 30–40g metals are the standards. For herring, prawn or blue sardine on a paternoster works year-round. For whiting on the sand, fresh prawn or bloodworm on a long-shank #6 hook is the go-to.

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Peak

8:30 pm → 10:30 pm

First light

6:44 am

Last light

6:02 pm

Sunrise

7:10 am

Sunset

5:36 pm

Moonrise

1:39 pm

Moonset

3:45 am

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Feeding Windows

Best times to fish based on activity score.

Peak

8:30 pm → 10:30 pm

First light

6:44 am

Last light

6:02 pm

Sunrise

7:10 am

Sunset

5:36 pm

Moonrise

1:39 pm

Moonset

3:45 am

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