64 fishing locations in Gauteng on DaarByt. Species on the water: Barbel, Bass, Carp, Mudfish, Tilapia / Kurper, Yellowfish, Trout.
Wilge River Bush Camp
Wilge River Bush Camp is a camping and caravan park on the Wilge River near Bronkhorstspruit in Gauteng. Fifteen spaced stands sit on grass with river or hill views, braais, and bank fishing.
15 on Ring Road Vaal Marina
15 on Ring Road is a farm stay in Vaal Marina with two self-catering guest houses near the Vaal Dam. Each house sleeps six guests. Guests share a communal pool and can fish and launch boats from the property.
African Hills
African Hills is a working farm with private specimen carp and bass dams. You book a numbered swim overnight or fish bass by day.
Alwyn Fishing
Alwyn Fishing is a private farm dam near Rietvlei in Pretoria East. You book one of 15 numbered swims and fish carp and barbel by day or overnight.
Aqua Paradiso
Aqua Paradiso is a members only syndicate dam in Primrose, Germiston. You fish numbered swims for carp and bass, and you can sleep in a wooden hut on the bank.
Aston Lake
Aston Lake is a managed carp dam on the edge of Springs in Gauteng. The venue has a boom gate, open bank stands, and day or overnight fishing.
Bajadam
Bajadam sits on the southern bank of Bronkhorstspruit Dam near Bronkhorstspruit. Camp on the water and fish bass, carp, barbel and kurper. Motorboats are welcome here.
Bass Lake
Bass Lake is an adventure resort on a spring-fed lake near Henley on Klip, about 45 minutes south of Sandton. The 10 hectare dam is best known for scuba training, but seasonal catch-and-release bass fishing is also on offer.
Bass Lake Lodge
Bass Lake Lodge sits on private dams in Bobbejaansberg, about 30 minutes north east of Pretoria. Camp at the caravan park or stay in lodge rooms and fish bass, kurper and winter trout.
Bassbay
Bassbay is a fishing camp on Soutpan Road in Haakdoringboom, about 15 minutes north of Pretoria. The dams hold bass, carp, barbel and kurper. Day visits and camping are both welcome.
Betsaida Dam
Betsaida Dam is a private fishing dam near Wallmannsthall in Gauteng. Anglers fish for carp, barbel and kurper from open banks. Day visits and overnight camping are available.
Blaauwpan Dam
Blaauwpan Dam is a round municipal lake in Bonaero Park near Kempton Park on the East Rand. The City of Ekurhuleni runs it as a controlled-access park. Carp, barbel, bass, and kurper are common catches from the open bank.
Boschkop Vaaldam Oord
Boschkop Vaaldam Oord is a freshwater angling resort on the Vaal Dam, on the R54 between Vereeniging and Villiers near Vaal Marina. Camp on open dam bank or book one of six chalets with dam views.
Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve
Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve is a City of Tshwane municipal reserve on the southern shore of Bronkhorstspruit Dam near Bronkhorstspruit. Locals call the dam Bronkies. Camp on the open bank and fish bass, carp, barbel and kurper.
Brookwood Trout Farm
Brookwood Trout Farm sits in the Cradle of Humankind near Muldersdrift. Five stocked dams and Blaaubwbank River picnic spots give day fishing, braais, and self-catering chalets or camper cabins about an hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Bundu Bashing
Bundu Bashing is a 43 ha farm near Boschkop in Pretoria east. Nine private dams offer catch-and-release fishing for bass, carp, kurper and barbel. Camping and day visits run on set weekend hours.
Camping and Fishing (Arrie se Dam)
Arrie se Dam is a private farm dam near Westonaria in Gauteng. You camp on the bank or book a chalet, and you fish carp, barbel, kurper and bass. You must book before you arrive.
Carp Haven
Carp Haven is a private specimen carp syndicate north of Bronkhorstspruit on the Highveld. Members fish two lakes with named swims, ablutions, and a hot shower on site.
Dockside Lodge
Dockside Lodge and Tented Camp sits on the Vaal Dam at Vaal Marina. Guests stay in chalets or tented camps on the water's edge and fish from the shoreline.
Donaldson Dam
Donaldson Dam Bottom Lake is a renowned specimen carp venue on the West Rand near Westonaria. The dam has 23 numbered swims, a manned security gate, and catch-and-release rules for carp.
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.
Eagles Nest Roodeplaat
Eagles Nest sits on the Roodeplaat Dam shore at Zeekoegat north of Pretoria. Anglers book fenced bank swims for day trips or stay in riverside chalets. Hosts Toppie and Christa Kleingeld run the gate and the grounds.
Emmarentia Dam
Emmarentia Dam sits next to the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens in Emmarentia. Anglers fish the open bank for bass, carp, barbel, and kurper. Runners, picnickers, and canoe clubs share the shoreline.
Fish 'n Bietjie
Fish 'n Bietjie is a fishing and camping spot on the Vaal Dam near Deneysville. Anglers fish carp, yellowfish, and barbel from open bank and a sandy beach. Day visitors and campers are welcome.
Florida Lake
Florida Lake is a public park in suburban Florida, Roodepoort. The dammed lake holds barbel, bass, and carp. Locals fish from the open bank, picnic, and watch birds on weekends.
Fun Fishing
Fun Fishing sits on private dams at Rietvlei Zoo Farm along Swartkoppies Road in Alberton. The venue opens daily for catch-and-release angling on bass, carp, kurper, and barbel. No booking is needed for day fishing.
Golden Harvest Park
Golden Harvest Park is a fenced 55-hectare municipal park near Northgate in Randburg. A dam sits in indigenous bushveld. Locals fish for carp and bass from the grassy banks.
Heathbridge River Lodge
Heathbridge River Lodge sits on the Loch Vaal section of the Vaal River near Vanderbijlpark. Two self-catering cottages face the water. Guests can fish, launch a boat, or relax on the river bank.
Heaven on Vaal
Heaven on Vaal is a pet-friendly self-catering retreat on the Vaal River at Vaaloewer. Seven units face the water. Guests can fish from the bank, braai on their balcony, or use the pool.
Hengelaarsvriend Holiday Resort
Hengelaarsvriend sits on the banks of Roodeplaat Dam about 10 km north of Pretoria. The resort welcomes anglers, campers, and families to wooden cabins and waterfront stands.
Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa
Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa sits in the Zwartkops foothills at Muldersdrift in the Cradle of Humankind. Stay in thatched suites and fly fish on six private dams stocked with trout, bass, and carp.
Lions Rest On Vaal
Lions Rest On Vaal is a self-catering guest house on the Vaal River at Loch Vaal near Vanderbijlpark. The thatched home sleeps up to nine guests. A swimming pool and large lawn sit on the property.
Lochvaal River House
Lochvaal River House is a self-catering home on the Vaal River at Loch Vaal near Vanderbijlpark. The property has a swimming pool, boathouse, and a large lawn down to the water.
Lock Nest Dam
Lock Nest Dam is a private carp water just north of Pretoria. Five swims sit on flat grass banks with built-in braais and reed margins.
Magalies Barbus Haven
Magalies Barbus Haven sits in the Magaliesburg hills near Johannesburg and Pretoria. Fly fishers target yellowfish on the Magalies River and trout, bass, and kurper on a small training dam.
Mar Leo Camping
Mar Leo Camping sits on the southern shore of Roodeplaat Dam near Pretoria North. Anglers and campers use waterfront stands beside Zeekoegat on Kameeldrift Road.
Metjan
Metjan is a game farm near Fochville on the N12 between Fochville and Carletonville. Guests visit for hunting, fishing on a private dam, and farm stays in the Gauteng bushveld.
Modini fishing resort
Modini fishing resort sits on a Vaal River reach at Vaal Oewer outside Vanderbijlpark. Self-catering chalets, a swimming pool, and open bank angling suit carp, barbel, yellowfish, and bass trips.
Monument Dam
Monument Dam sits beside Key West Shopping Centre in Krugersdorp North. This municipal storm-water dam in Pretorius Park holds carp, bass, barbel, and kurper. Local anglers fish from the open bank.
Nonyana River Lodge
Nonyana River Lodge sits on a wide bend of the Vaal River near Vanderbijlpark in Gauteng. Camp or stay in self-catering chalets and fish for carp, yellowfish, mudfish, and barbel from open river banks.
Nonyane Bush Camp
Nonyane Bush Camp sits in bushveld near De Wildt, about 30 km from Pretoria. Guests fish a scenic dam, stay in self-catering chalets, and use covered fishing decks.
Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds
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.
Oosthuizens Hengeloord
Oosthuizens Hengeloord is a private Vaal River fishing farm near Vanderbijlpark in Gauteng. Book ahead with Gerhard for bank angling and camping on open river stands.
Prime View Adventure & Leisure
Prime View Adventure & Leisure sits on a private dam near Olifantsfontein in Gauteng. Bass and carp anglers fish clean open banks on weekdays. The venue also runs trails, an aqua park, pools, and a family restaurant.
Rapids Paradise
Rapids Paradise sits on the Vaal River at Vaalbank near Meyerton in Gauteng. Camp on the bank and fish yellowfish, carp, and barbel in moving water.
Rietvlei Dam Angling
Rietvlei Dam Angling is the fishing zone on Rietvlei Dam east of Pretoria. City of Tshwane runs the reserve. You can day fish, camp on the bank, or stay in a chalet.
Rotsdrif
Rotsdrif is a Vaal River campsite and fishing spot at Vaaloewer near Vanderbijlpark. Eight riverfront stands sit a few metres from the water. Chalets, tent homes, and caravan sites are also on site.
Sionbergh
Sionbergh is a family resort near Heidelberg in Gauteng. Camp on grass or paved stands at the dam, stay in rooms, and fish catch-and-release carp on the water.
South Beach Vaal
South Beach Vaal sits on the Vaal River at Kaalplaats near Vanderbijlpark in Gauteng. The venue combines river cruises, caravan stands, bank fishing, and function hire about 80 km from Johannesburg.
Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary
Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary sits in Lynnwood Glen in eastern Pretoria. City of Tshwane runs this small urban dam for birding, picnics, and limited bank angling.
Thabo's Dam
Thabo's Dam sits near Bronkhorstspruit in eastern Tshwane. It is a private dam open to day anglers for bass, carp, and kurper fishing.
The Anchorage Vaal Marina
The Anchorage is a waterfront estate in Vaal Marina on the Vaal Dam. Self-catering units sit on 300 metres of private shoreline with fishing, boating, and family facilities.
The Crooked Roof
The Crooked Roof is a campsite on a Magaliesburg farm with fishing ponds and open lawns. You can camp, hire a on-site caravan, or book the stone Silo chalet.
Tranquil Fly Fishing
Tranquil Fly Fishing is a private dam venue east of Pretoria on the Boschkop road. Fly fish for bass and trout by appointment. Families can braai, camp, or book group events.
Vaal Marina Resort
Vaal Marina Resort is a dam-front self-catering resort on the Vaal Dam at Vaal Marina. Guests get 350 metres of private waterfront with chalets, pools, and family facilities.
Vaalrus Vakansie Oord Barage
Vaalrus sits on the Vaal River at Barrage near Loch Vaal. Guests fish from the bank, swim, and stay in chalets, bungalows, or camping sites.
Van Driels Fishing
Van Driels Fishing sits on the Gauteng shore of the Vaaldam near Vaal Marina. Book a waterfront camping stand, a rustic cabin, or a day visit on your own 20-metre bank section.
Van Niekerksrus Resort and Camping
Van Niekerksrus Resort and Camping is a family resort on the Vaal Dam north of Deneysville. Camp on shaded stands or book a chalet and fish from the open bank.
Waterside Haven Resort (Roodt se Oord)
Waterside Haven Resort trades as Roodt Resort and Rust In Orbi on Kromvlei outside Alberton. Two private dams offer day fishing and picnic spots. Bass and carp are common catches here.
Waterworks (Test)
5.0 (1)Family fishing on five stocked dams near Magaliesburg - day visits and overnight camping, braai and ablutions on site.
Willow On Vaal
Willow On Vaal sits on the Vaal River at Lindequesdrif in Vaal Oewer. Self-catering units, caravan stands, and open bank fishing suit family weekends and quiet angling trips.
Willow Waters
Willow Waters is a family fishing venue in Kromdraai near Muldersdrift. Five stocked dams sit in open bushveld with picnic lawns and braai spots.
X-Factor Trout Farm
X-Factor Trout Farm is a spring-fed quarry lake in Meadowdale, Edenvale. Day visitors can fly fish, spin fish, or bring the family for picnics and kids activities minutes from Johannesburg.
Zonderwater Dam
Zonderwater Dam is a small catch-and-release carp dam inside the Zonderwater prison grounds near Cullinan. The angling club runs about 15 bookable bank stands with toilets and braais.
52 venues in Gauteng with barbel: Wilge River Bush Camp, 15 on Ring Road Vaal Marina, African Hills, Alwyn Fishing, Aston Lake, Bajadam, Bassbay, Betsaida Dam, Blaauwpan Dam, Boschkop Vaaldam Oord, Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve, Brookwood Trout Farm, Bundu Bashing, Camping and Fishing (Arrie se Dam), Dockside Lodge, Donaldson Dam, Dowerglen Dam, Eagles Nest Roodeplaat, Emmarentia Dam, Fish 'n Bietjie, Florida Lake, Fun Fishing, Golden Harvest Park, Heathbridge River Lodge, Heaven on Vaal, Hengelaarsvriend Holiday Resort, Lions Rest On Vaal, Lochvaal River House, Lock Nest Dam, Mar Leo Camping, Metjan, Modini fishing resort, Monument Dam, Nonyana River Lodge, Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds, Oosthuizens Hengeloord, Prime View Adventure & Leisure, Rapids Paradise, Rietvlei Dam Angling, Rotsdrif, Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary, The Anchorage Vaal Marina, Vaal Marina Resort, Vaalrus Vakansie Oord Barage, Van Driels Fishing, Van Niekerksrus Resort and Camping, Waterside Haven Resort (Roodt se Oord), Waterworks (Test), Willow On Vaal, Willow Waters, X-Factor Trout Farm and Zonderwater Dam.
39 venues in Gauteng with bass: Wilge River Bush Camp, African Hills, Aqua Paradiso, Aston Lake, Bajadam, Bass Lake, Bass Lake Lodge, Bassbay, Blaauwpan Dam, Boschkop Vaaldam Oord, Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve, Brookwood Trout Farm, Bundu Bashing, Camping and Fishing (Arrie se Dam), Donaldson Dam, Dowerglen Dam, Emmarentia Dam, Florida Lake, Fun Fishing, Golden Harvest Park, Heathbridge River Lodge, Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa, Lock Nest Dam, Magalies Barbus Haven, Modini fishing resort, Monument Dam, Nonyane Bush Camp, Oosthuizens Hengeloord, Prime View Adventure & Leisure, Rietvlei Dam Angling, South Beach Vaal, Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary, Thabo's Dam, Tranquil Fly Fishing, Vaalrus Vakansie Oord Barage, Waterside Haven Resort (Roodt se Oord), Waterworks (Test), Willow Waters and X-Factor Trout Farm.
61 venues in Gauteng with carp: Wilge River Bush Camp, 15 on Ring Road Vaal Marina, African Hills, Alwyn Fishing, Aqua Paradiso, Aston Lake, Bajadam, Bassbay, Betsaida Dam, Blaauwpan Dam, Boschkop Vaaldam Oord, Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve, Brookwood Trout Farm, Bundu Bashing, Camping and Fishing (Arrie se Dam), Carp Haven, Dockside Lodge, Donaldson Dam, Dowerglen Dam, Eagles Nest Roodeplaat, Emmarentia Dam, Fish 'n Bietjie, Florida Lake, Fun Fishing, Golden Harvest Park, Heathbridge River Lodge, Heaven on Vaal, Hengelaarsvriend Holiday Resort, Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa, Lions Rest On Vaal, Lochvaal River House, Lock Nest Dam, Magalies Barbus Haven, Mar Leo Camping, Metjan, Modini fishing resort, Monument Dam, Nonyana River Lodge, Nonyane Bush Camp, Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds, Oosthuizens Hengeloord, Prime View Adventure & Leisure, Rapids Paradise, Rietvlei Dam Angling, Rotsdrif, Sionbergh, South Beach Vaal, Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary, Thabo's Dam, The Anchorage Vaal Marina, The Crooked Roof, Vaal Marina Resort, Vaalrus Vakansie Oord Barage, Van Driels Fishing, Van Niekerksrus Resort and Camping, Waterside Haven Resort (Roodt se Oord), Waterworks (Test), Willow On Vaal, Willow Waters, X-Factor Trout Farm and Zonderwater Dam.
6 venues in Gauteng with mudfish: Nonyana River Lodge, Rotsdrif, The Anchorage Vaal Marina, Vaal Marina Resort, Waterworks (Test) and Willow Waters.
35 venues in Gauteng with tilapia / kurper: African Hills, Bajadam, Bass Lake, Bass Lake Lodge, Bassbay, Betsaida Dam, Blaauwpan Dam, Boschkop Vaaldam Oord, Bronkhorstspruit Dam Nature Reserve, Brookwood Trout Farm, Bundu Bashing, Camping and Fishing (Arrie se Dam), Dockside Lodge, Donaldson Dam, Dowerglen Dam, Eagles Nest Roodeplaat, Emmarentia Dam, Fun Fishing, Heaven on Vaal, Hengelaarsvriend Holiday Resort, Lions Rest On Vaal, Lochvaal River House, Magalies Barbus Haven, Mar Leo Camping, Monument Dam, Nonyane Bush Camp, Northern Transvaal Fishing Grounds, Struben Dam Bird Sanctuary, Thabo's Dam, The Anchorage Vaal Marina, Vaal Marina Resort, Van Niekerksrus Resort and Camping, Waterworks (Test), Willow Waters and X-Factor Trout Farm.
21 venues in Gauteng with yellowfish: 15 on Ring Road Vaal Marina, Brookwood Trout Farm, Dockside Lodge, Fish 'n Bietjie, Heathbridge River Lodge, Heaven on Vaal, Lions Rest On Vaal, Lochvaal River House, Magalies Barbus Haven, Modini fishing resort, Nonyana River Lodge, Oosthuizens Hengeloord, Rapids Paradise, Rietvlei Dam Angling, Rotsdrif, The Anchorage Vaal Marina, Vaal Marina Resort, Van Driels Fishing, Waterworks (Test), Willow On Vaal and Willow Waters.
6 venues in Gauteng with trout: Bass Lake Lodge, Brookwood Trout Farm, Kloofzicht Lodge & Spa, Magalies Barbus Haven, Tranquil Fly Fishing and X-Factor Trout Farm.