What fish can you catch at Bottlewasher Reef?

Jewfish, Golden Snapper, Estuary Cod, Spanish Flag, Mackerel. Species listed are those the source records for this spot — seasons and what is actually biting change through the year, so check the current forecast before you go.

Can you fish Bottlewasher Reef from the shore?

No — Bottlewasher Reef is a boat-access spot. You need a vessel to fish it.

Do I need to check the fishing rules for Bottlewasher Reef?

Yes. Bag limits, size limits and closures change and are set by the Northern Territory fisheries authority — always check the current rules before you keep a fish. Fishare's Northern Territory regulations page tracks them.

NT · REEF · LEE POINT ARTIFICIAL REEFS

Bottlewasher Reef.

Bottlewasher Reef is structure holding reef fish in Lee Point artificial reefs, with boat access. Anglers target Jewfish, Golden Snapper, Estuary Cod and more. Sourced from the official listing, 8 July 2026.

Spot type

Reef

Access

Boat

Species

Region

Lee Point artificial reefs

Fishing Bottlewasher Reef

Bottlewasher Reef is a Lee Point artificial reef built from plant equipment and concrete culverts. Its official name, coordinate, depth and species list make it a strong Darwin northern-suburbs boat mark.

What's there

JewfishGolden SnapperEstuary CodSpanish FlagMackerel

Best conditions: Fish it on a workable tide after checking the sounder for fish tight to the culverts and machinery. Structure is heavy, so drift the edge or anchor clear enough to avoid losing gear.

Where it is

-12.30265, 130.86275

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Check the rules first

NT regs SSOT; check NT Fishing Mate, reef fish protection settings and current artificial reef guidance before fishing.

Bag limits, size limits and closures are set by the Northern Territory fisheries authority and change through the year. Fishare tracks the current rules on the NT fishing regulations page — check it before you keep a fish.

Common questions

What fish can you catch at Bottlewasher Reef?: Jewfish, Golden Snapper, Estuary Cod, Spanish Flag, Mackerel. Species listed are those the source records for this spot — seasons and what is actually biting change through the year, so check the current forecast before you go.
Can you fish Bottlewasher Reef from the shore?: No — Bottlewasher Reef is a boat-access spot. You need a vessel to fish it.
When is the best time to fish Bottlewasher Reef?: Fish it on a workable tide after checking the sounder for fish tight to the culverts and machinery. Structure is heavy, so drift the edge or anchor clear enough to avoid losing gear.
Do I need to check the fishing rules for Bottlewasher Reef?: Yes. Bag limits, size limits and closures change and are set by the Northern Territory fisheries authority — always check the current rules before you keep a fish. Fishare's Northern Territory regulations page tracks them.

Source & verification

Details for Bottlewasher Reef come from the official source, retrieved 8 July 2026.

Source detail: Official NT Government page provides approximate position 12 18.159 S, 130 51.765 E, depth, material description and common species.

Conditions change. Access closes, sand moves and structure shifts — check locally before you travel a long way.

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