Roodeplaat Dam shoreline | Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds - Gauteng - Pretoria - Roodeplaat Dam

Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds

Gauteng, Pretoria, Roodeplaat Dam

Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds sits on the southern shore of Roodeplaat Dam near Pretoria North. Anglers use open grassy banks beside Mar Leo and Hengelaarsvriend on Kameeldrift.

The fishing

Roodeplaat Dam holds carp, barbel, and kurper. Anglers fish from open banks with rod pods and bank sticks. Papgooi and specimen carp tactics both work here. The water can fish deep close to the bank. Confirm fishing rules and day-visitor access with the venue before you book.

You can catch
CarpBarbelTilapia / Kurper
Water & style
DamPapgooi (normal)Specimen Carp
Bank
Open bank

Staying at Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds

Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds lies on the Roodeplaat shoreline at Kameeldrift East. Day anglers and overnight campers use grassy stands along the water. Braai spots and basic bank fishing setups are common on busy weekends. The venue is a bank-fishing camp beside other Roodeplaat resorts on the same stretch of dam. Bring your own tent, caravan, or day-fishing gear. Bird life and geese are common on the lawns. Day fishing and camping prices are not published online. Confirm current stand fees and visitor rules with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 17 September 2026.

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Stay

Day visits Overnight

Accommodation

Camping

Amenities

Braai Rod pods and bank stands Grassy fishing lawns Kids welcome

Operating hours

Opens about 06:00 daily. Confirm closing times with the venue before you book.

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