Can I fish at Watermans Bay inside Marmion Marine Park?

Yes — Watermans Bay itself is open to normal recreational fishing. Three small sanctuary zones nearby (Boyinaboat Reef, Little Island, Lumps Sanctuary) are no-take and clearly marked. No spear fishing within 1800 m of shore anywhere in the marine park.

What's the best time for squid at Watermans Bay?

August through February at dusk into evening over the weed beds. 2.5–3.0 jigs in pink, orange or natural patterns worked slowly are the standard approach. Calm conditions are best — choppy water makes jigs harder to work.

Is Watermans Bay good for kids?

Yes for the family beach side — breakwater protected swim area, grassed picnic, kiosk, public toilets. The fishing rocks are not kid-friendly without close supervision; the wash zone gets unforgiving without warning.

Can I spear fish at Watermans Bay?

No spear fishing within 1800 m of shore inside Marmion Marine Park, which includes Watermans Bay. Recreational rod-and-line fishing is open under standard WA rules in non-sanctuary zones.

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Water Temp 19.0°C

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Peak

6:00 pm → 9:00 pm

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11:00 am → 12:30 pm

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Sunrise

6:43 am

Sunset

7:25 pm

Moonrise

11:24 am

Moonset

1:36 am

Low tide

11:00 am

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