Rainbow Trout Guide
If you want a trout that fights hard and does not give up, the rainbows of the Snowy Mountains are your fish. Hooked in open water they run, they jump and they test your gear all the way to the net.
A fish that fights
Rainbows are fast, strong and full of energy. Where a brown might bulldog deep, a rainbow will tear off across the surface and throw in a few leaps for good measure. On a fly rod they are a real handful, and even seasoned anglers grin the whole way through the fight.
We chase them on fly, on lure and on the troll, whatever gives us the best shot on the day.
Where and when
Rainbows spread through the lakes and rivers and often sit a little higher in the water than browns, which makes them a great target on the troll and on lures as well as fly. On Lake Eucumbene and Lake Jindabyne we find them feeding on midge and small baitfish, and when they are up we get among them quickly.
Through the cooler months the river fishing can be excellent as rainbows move and feed, and the sounder helps us stay on schools out on the lakes.
Reading their habits
Rainbows tend to roam and hunt in open water more than browns, so a big part of the game is locating them, then working out the depth and the food they are keyed into. Once we crack that, the fishing can come thick and fast.
All gear is supplied and the boat is AMSA surveyed, so whether you are new to it or an old hand, we can find rainbows and enjoy the fight they are famous for.
Ready for a day on the water?
Whatever you're interested in, please contact me to check dates and make a booking. A $200 deposit secures your day.