Currawong Lakes Fly Fishing Package Tasmania

Trout Tales Tasmania is pleased to announce the introduction of a dedicated Currawong Lakes fly fishing package, giving anglers a clear opportunity to plan time on one of Tasmania's most interesting trout fisheries.

Until now, Currawong has generally been fished on a more flexible basis depending on conditions and availability. These dedicated Currawong days provide a clearer way for anglers who are specifically interested in the lakes to plan time on the water as part of their Tasmanian trip, rather than hoping conditions line up during a broader itinerary.

With three separate lakes to work through, each behaving differently depending on the day's conditions, Currawong offers a level of variety that's hard to find in a single fishery.

As Tasmanian fly fishing guide and Trout Tales owner Matt Stone explains, "What makes Currawong exciting to guide is that you've got three lakes to work with, and they're rarely all doing the same thing on any given day."

"One might be fishing well on the weed edges in the morning while another comes alive once the breeze picks up after lunch. It means we can move between them and follow what's working rather than grinding away at one spot."

"For anglers coming over from the mainland or overseas, that variety in a single day is something they don't often get at home."

Currawong Lakes Overview

Currawong Lakes sits on the eastern edge of Tasmania's highland country, closer to the northeast than the well-known Central Highlands waters like Penstock or Little Pine. It's a managed private fishery made up of three separate lakes, each offering slightly different water and structure, and together they provide clear water, defined shoreline features and strong wild brown trout.

Several characteristics shape how the lakes fish:

Three lakes with their own character
While close together, each lake behaves slightly differently depending on wind direction, light and insect activity. Moving between them often reveals how trout adjust to those small changes.

Defined structure throughout the lakes
Shoreline contours, weed beds and subtle drop-offs create natural holding areas that trout use consistently.

Wind shaping feeding lanes
Even a moderate breeze begins to organise drifting food across the lakes, influencing where trout position and how they travel.

Visible trout behaviour
In good light, anglers can often observe movement, hesitation and direction changes before a fish commits.

As Matt puts it, "Each of the three lakes has its own feel. One has longer weed edges that trout cruise along, another has sharper drop-offs where fish tend to hold tighter to structure, and the third can change completely depending on which direction the wind is blowing."

"What I find with most anglers is that once they start noticing those differences, they get a real sense of how each lake works, and that's when the fishing gets really fun and interesting."

Anglers heading to Currawong often find that simple, reliable setups make a big difference. Clean leader turnover, subtle presentation and a few proven patterns tend to do most of the work.

If you're getting gear organised before your trip, the Trout Tales Fly Shop carries many of the flies and leader setups commonly used across the Tasmanian highland lakes.

Who These Packages Suit

Currawong Lakes appeals to a range of anglers, from those building their lake skills through to experienced fishers looking for something a bit different.

It particularly suits:

• River anglers exploring lake fishing - Those familiar with reading current often find the transition interesting as wind begins to replace flow.
• Anglers looking to build lake confidence - Currawong's structure and visible trout movement can help anglers better understand how trout position and travel in still water.
• Experienced anglers after variety - Three lakes with different character in a single day offers something most fisheries can't match.
• Small groups who enjoy shared learning - Friends who appreciate comparing notes across the three lakes rather than simply moving on.

Want To Get Involved? Numbers for Currawong Lakes Fly Fishing Package remain limited to ensure the lakes continue to fish comfortably without pressure.

Watch Currawong Lakes in Action

Currawong Lakes often makes more sense when you see the water and trout behaviour unfold. Wind shaping drift lines, fish tracking along structure and subtle changes in direction all help explain how the lakes behave day to day.

Take a few minutes to watch how it all unfolds...

Currawong Lakes Overview Film

A short overview of Currawong Lakes and the thinking behind offering a dedicated guided package on the water.

Enquiring About Currawong Lakes Packages

If you'd like to learn more about availability, you can enquire via the Currawong Lakes page, or contact Trout Tales Tasmania to discuss whether a Currawong day suits your upcoming trip.