Gauteng, Edenvale, Dowerglen Dam
Dowerglen Dam is a small suburban dam in Dowerglen, Edenvale. Locals also call it Willow Park Dam. The grassy banks hold barbel, bass, carp and kurper.
Dowerglen Dam sits in the Willow Park green belt off Elm Street and Sycamore Drive. Reed beds and drop-offs give bass and kurper cover. Barbel and carp are common but can be shy. Daytime bank angling works from the open shoreline. Artlure for bass and bait fishing for carp and barbel both get bites. Ekurhuleni by-laws require a valid Gauteng freshwater angling permit. Confirm current rules with the municipality before you visit.
Willow Park is a City of Ekurhuleni public open space. The dam sits below the Sycamore Drive shops near the N12 off-ramp. Benches, shaded lawns and brick braai stands ring the water. Community volunteers help keep paths and picnic spots usable. This is a day-visit park. There is no camping on site. Parking is often at the nearby shopping centre on Elm Street, then a short walk through the park fence to the dam. Day fishing appears free. No municipal day-ticket fee was published for this dam. Confirm access rules and any permit requirements with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 6 September 2026.
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