Perch spots in the Western Cape

[David Taylor]

Hi All
I am one of these weird fly fishermen who enjoys catching fish like bluegill and cape kurper and other small things no one is particularly interested in targetting. I am trying to find a spot to target perch (Perca fluviatillis) but as it is a fish no one is interested in there is very little on the internet. I know Paardevlei used to have them but it was rotenoned which put an end to the perch. Does anyone know where I may find perch in the Western Cape? If so I would greatly appreciate any info. Please drop me a PM or post here. Thanks :)

[SAfish]

I did not know we had Perch is SA. 

[David Taylor]

We do but not many.

[Lenny]

I know certain areas in the Berg river has them for a fact !


I have also seem ones get caught in Sonstraal dam a few years ago , you can't fish there anymore apparently ...


And Behind Willowbridge mall , theres a small channel , theres perch there too , I would assume them that the top part of the channel , which include , Bellwaterpark , Majic forest and the upper Welgedagth pond would have too .


I use to fish these systems often when I was younger .

[David Taylor]

Thanks. I will definitely go check those area out.

[WalkersKiller]

David I share your passion in catching those types of fish not many target. I have always wanted to catch Perch or Cape Kurper on fly. Have tried unsuccessfully for Cape Kurper once.

I know some spots in Gauteng, but let me chat to a friend I have in the WC and see if he can provide me with some info.

[David Taylor]

I can help you with a Cape kurper spot no problem. Gobos River in Greyton. I last time I fished it I stopped counting after the first hour at 40 fish. Got bored at around 90. There are quite a few there and they make small bluegill look like brain surgeons. If you are ever in the Western Cape in summer and you feel like catching some just shout.

[David Taylor]

Thanks. If you can find out something I would really appreciate it. There are some in Hogsback which will be more convenient when I am in grahamstown next year. Otherwise I have a couple of spots from lenny to try.

[Lenny]

Best would be is to contact Sean mills . he will have another few places you can try  , and are also big into his Flyfishing , without a doubt , he will be able to assist.

[David Taylor]

I have contacted him. My parents know him quite well. Also tried Leonard Flemming. Neither of them knew of anywhere. I was surprised I must admit.