When is crab season at Leschenault?

The Leschenault blue swimmer crab closed season is 1 September – 30 November. Crab legally outside that window — December through August — with a minimum size of 127 mm across the carapace. Always check current DPIRD rules and bag limits before setting nets.

Where's the best section of Leschenault for bream?

Around any structure — boat ramp pylons, fallen timber, rock walls, and weed edges. The Australind end is quieter for wade anglers; the Koombana end has more accessible structure but more boat traffic. Both produce year-round.

Is Leschenault Estuary good for kids fishing?

Yes — sealed foreshore paths, calm sheltered water, accessible boat ramps for crab netting, and a productive light-tackle fishery suit families. The Australind end is quieter and easier with younger kids.

Are there algal bloom advisories for Leschenault?

Periodically yes — DWER and DPIRD issue advisories when blooms affect the estuary. Check current advisories before consuming fish or crabs. The estuary fishes well for catch-and-release; eat-and-keep depends on current advisories.

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Weather: Cloudy Wind: N 6° · 26 km/h Water: 17.1 °C

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Wind N 26 km/h — Moderate

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Water Temp 17.1°C

Moon Phase waning crescent — 5%

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Feeding Windows

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Peak

9:30 am → 11:30 am

Good

9:30 pm → 11:00 pm

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First light

6:50 am

Last light

5:43 pm

Sunrise

7:18 am

Sunset

5:16 pm

Moonrise

5:02 am

Moonset

3:10 pm

High tide

7:00 am

Low tide

3:00 pm

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