Eastern Cape, East London, Nahoon Dam
Nahoon Dam is a public supply reservoir on the Nahoon River north of East London. The open water holds bass, carp, and kurper. Locals fish the banks and launch jet skis on calm days.
Nahoon Dam is a gravity dam on the Nahoon River in the Buffalo City supply system. The basin covers about 238 hectares. Bass, carp, and kurper are the common catches. Papgooi works from open shoreline spots when access is open. Jet skis and small boats use parts of the dam on weekends. This is municipal bulk water, not a private fishing lodge. Confirm access points and rules with Buffalo City before you visit.
Nahoon Dam sits in bushveld hills north of East London in the Eastern Cape. The Nahoon River valley runs below forested ridges. Smallholdings and farm plots line parts of the shore. The Cove hosts occasional lakeside concerts and events on some weekends. This is a day venue on public water. There is no formal campsite or lodge on the dam itself. Bring your own tackle, shade, and water. Jet ski and boat activity can be busy on warm weekends. Day fishing access and any permit fees are not published for this dam. Confirm access and the price with Buffalo City before you visit. Last updated at: 15 September 2026.
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