The countdown is on. The 2026–27 Tasmanian trout angling season opens on Saturday, 1 August 2026, and the clock is ticking for you to get everything in order before heading to your favourite water.

✅ Get Your Angling Licence

There are some great opportunities this season to make fishing more accessible:

• Junior anglers (14–17 years) still require a licence, but it remains free.
• Children under 14 can fish without a licence.
• Young anglers (18–21 years) can take advantage of the discounted Young Angler Licence.
• Anglers aged 80 and over can now access discounted licences, supporting continued participation in Tasmania's inland fisheries.

Get your licence from Service Tasmania, participating tackle stores, or online.

📖 Know the Rules

Before you fish, check the current Inland Fishing Code and any regulations that apply to the waters you plan to visit. Season dates, bag limits and gear restrictions can vary between fisheries.

The latest information is available on the IFS website and through the free Infish App.

🌊 Check Conditions Before You Leave

Water levels, flows and access conditions can significantly influence your fishing experience.

Useful resources include:

• The free Infish App
• Hydro Tasmania Water Information webpages for lake levels and river flows

Also check out the Anglers Access Tasmania network of webcams which are available on the AAT website or via the Infish App.   

A quick conditions check can help you plan a safer and more productive trip.

🎯 Tagged Trout up for Grabs!
The Tagged Trout Promotion continuing – with more fish, more excitement, and cash prizes up for grabs! Check out the Tagged Trout Promotion website for the tagged fish locations (to be updated before 1 August).  

🧥 Be Prepared for Tasmanian Weather

Opening weekend can be cold, wet and windy—particularly in the Central Highlands.

Pack the essentials:

• Waterproof jacket
• Layered clothing
• Warm hat and gloves
• Polarised sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• A dry change of clothes

Being prepared for changing conditions can make all the difference.

🛟 Put Safety First

If you're fishing from a boat, ensure you carry the required safety equipment and check current requirements on the MAST website.

Heading into remote areas? Remember to:

• Carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) or satellite communicator
• Take sufficient food and water
• Let someone know where you're going and when you expect to return

🎣 See You on the Water

Whether you're casting a fly, spinning from the shoreline or launching the boat before dawn, a little preparation now will help you make the most of opening weekend.

Get licensed, check the regulations, prepare your gear and enjoy the start of another great Tasmanian trout season!