It's no secret that for most Russians the best vacation is sitting on the shore with a fishing rod. With the arrival of the summer season, amateurs and professionals flock to the reservoirs with the hope of having a good time and catching their long-awaited trophy. Fishing in the Krasnodar Territory is possible not only during the warm season, so winter fishing enthusiasts enjoy spending their vacation days over the holes.
The reservoirs of the Krasnodar region are rich and diverse. A wide variety of fish are found in lake and river waters, so every fisherman can find exactly the one he likes. The situation is the same with gear; fishing conditions allow you to use everything - from spinning rods to homemade hooks.
For those who like a comfortable holiday, paid reservoirs with a range of additional services are suitable. Such as accommodation, rental of gear, watercraft, etc. And for lovers of secluded “wild” fishing in the Krasnodar region there are enough promising reservoirs where there is no pressure and there is an opportunity to fish in peace and quiet.
What kind of fish is found in local waters?
Fishing in the region's reservoirs is distinguished by a variety of species and fishing conditions. Depending on your preferences, you can go to lakes, estuaries or rivers. In order not to be left without catch, you need to study the map of catchable places, select equipment and gear.
Fish of the Krasnodar region:
- anchovy;
- carp;
- mullet;
- White amur;
- silver carp;
- asp;
- silver bream;
- roach;
- bleak;
- tench;
- pike;
- rotan;
- grayling;
- Kuban shemaya;
- perch;
- chub;
- saberfish;
- Kuban barbel;
- beluga;
- ram;
- crucian carp;
- carp;
- catfish;
- gudgeon;
- bream;
- zander.
In search of fish, it is not necessary to move long distances from the center. You can go fishing near Krasnodar on paid or free reservoirs.
Thanks to the abundance of fish, even beginners are not left without a catch. Experienced fishermen say that beginners are often lucky and usually outperform even professional fishermen in the first days of practice. Whether this is true or not, everyone can see for themselves. On the reservoirs of the Krasnodar Territory you can test your strength and gain the necessary experience.
Fishing on the Dniester Estuary
This reservoir is on Ukrainian territory, not far to the west of Odessa, at the mouth of the river. Dniester. It has a narrow Strait of Constantinople, which is connected to the Black Sea.
The general location of the estuary is southeast-northwest. It stretches 41 km in length and 4…12 km in width. The reservoir is very shallow, its depth on average is 1.2 m, and in the deepest places - 2.7 m.
The nature surrounding the estuary attracts vacationers to the reservoir. And the fish-rich waters are filled with fishermen who come here for their happiness, which only they understand. The reservoir is home to almost 7 dozen different fish, represented, in particular, by carp, perch, bream, crucian carp, pike perch, pike, catfish, striped perch, silver carp, grass carp; during the spawning period - sturgeon species, as well as anchovy. In areas with saltier water, it is possible to catch mullet. In the waters of the estuary you can even find sunfish, eel, and barbel.
Fishing in the Dniester estuary is always under the control of the fisheries inspectorate, therefore, when going fishing in this body of water, you should always be interested in the current prohibitions and restrictions. As a rule, fishing with spinning rods, float gear and donks is allowed.
Where you can go fishing in the Krasnodar region for free
Just look at the map to see that there are a great many places for fishing in the Krasnodar Territory. The entire territory of the region is covered with blue ribbons and spots that indicate lakes and rivers. Therefore, choosing a suitable place is not as difficult as it seems at first glance.
To catch free fishing spots in the Krasnodar Territory, you need to choose a place with good access, a promising bottom and a convenient shore. It is better to collect information in advance and ask for advice on fishing forums. Perhaps someone has already fished in a certain area and would not mind sharing information. This will help you avoid wandering along the shore in search of a fishing spot and prepare your gear taking into account local conditions.
Kuban River
The Kuban River is considered one of the most promising places for “wild” fishing. Experienced fishermen advise starting with Kuban, where there are many promising areas and fish are abundant. In the river spaces there are such representatives of the depths as chub, rotan, silver bream, bream, perch, mullet, sabrefish, carp, Kuban barbel, asp, pike perch, bleak, herring and shemaya.
Fishing in Kuban is every fisherman’s dream. It is here that experienced fishermen hunt for large Caucasian chub, saberfish, shemaya and barbel. In other regions it is quite difficult to meet these representatives of the depths.
Pros catch chub using spinning gear and fly fishing, as it is believed that other methods are not effective. The barbel bites with great pleasure on bottom tackle, and the barbel reacts to a float rod with a suitable bait. In the spring, sabrefish go to the donk, and closer to autumn they respond well to spinning rods. Local fishermen say that in the Kuban it is not uncommon to catch sabrefish weighing about 1 kg.
Liman Bashtovy
The estuary, like many reservoirs of the Krasnodar Territory, is rich in fish. But the local pike is of greatest interest to anglers. She is deservedly considered the “Queen” of the Bashtovo Estuary, since average specimens often reach 7 kg. Hundreds of fishermen from the region and other regions come every year to fight the spotted predator.
Unfortunately, there are not many free corners on the estuary, so predator lovers need to collect information so as not to unknowingly end up in a paid area.
Liman Akhtanizovsky
It’s difficult to say about the most fishing places on the Akhtanizovsky Estuary, since you can fish anywhere and with almost the same result. Among locals and visitors there are legends about the estuary, which tell about the richest catches and trophy specimens. On Akhtanizovsky you can fish from the shore, but the most promising areas are accessible only with a boat.
Estuary Bolshoy Chervonny
In the vicinity of the village of Bolshoi Chervonnay in the Temryuk Bay there flows the estuary of the same name. This is a real paradise for those who like to chase perch and pike. The predatory beauty often exceeds the weight of 5–7 kg and attracts trophy hunters.
But it should be borne in mind that the weight of large pike can exceed the catch rate. Therefore, when catching a trophy that exceeds the norm, it is necessary to release the fish back into the reservoir.
The estuary is under strict control of the Rybnadzor, which monitors compliance with the rules. That is why the reservoir is most often visited by sports fishermen, and not by lovers of large prey.
Lure
The place is ideal for those who do not like to travel to unknown distances to fish. You can fish in Krasnodar without leaving the city. In the oxbow of the Kuban River.
A reservoir with the interesting name Zamanukha, very overgrown and not too deep, but with many clearings and an uneven bottom. But in its waters you can catch medium-sized pike, gudgeon, rotan, crucian carp, perch, catfish and minnow.
Brick
The second place on the list of “wild” fishing sites in the vicinity of Krasnodar is the same old bed of the Kuban, but next to a brick factory. You can get to the place by personal transport, minibus or bus. The length of the coastline is 235 km and you can find a free plot without any problems. Experienced fishermen say that large fish, due to the lack of shallows, stay near the eastern shore, where there are shelters made of reeds and grass.
On Kirpichny you can catch pike, catfish, crucian carp, perch, asp and other fish. The composition of the representatives of the depth is the same as in the Kuban River.
Varnavinskoye Reservoir
Fishing on the reservoir does not stop at any time of the year. The only exceptions are spawning periods, which do not last that long. The rest of the time you can come to the reservoir and enjoy the excellent bite. The Varnavinsky Reservoir is home to more species of fish, including predatory and peaceful inhabitants. The most popular are silver carp, carp, pike, perch, asp, silver bream, and grass carp.
The most interesting representative of the underwater world in the reservoir is the carp. Thanks to good conditions, individuals grow to 5 kg or more. This is where the main hunt is going on. Once a year, professional fishermen gather at the reservoir to compete for the Popov Cup.
Krasnodar reservoir
A promising place for fishing is the Krasnodar Reservoir. There is information on fishing forums that in its upper reaches there is excellent fishing for carp, catfish, ram, roach and crucian carp. And closer to the southern edge, fish such as pike perch, bleak, sabrefish, bream, perch and carp predominate. The best bite is observed not from the shore, but from a boat, in areas located closer to the center of the reservoir.
Locals warn that fishing is prohibited near the dam, as it is a protected site.
Kryukovskoye Reservoir
The Kryukovskoe reservoir is located near the village of Lvovskoye. The depth in some areas reaches 4–6 meters, the length of the reservoir is about 8 km, and the width is more than 5 km. Quite a promising place for fishing, as the reservoir is home to pike, crucian carp, silver carp, perch, roach, grass carp, pike perch and bream.
Village Divnomorskoe
At a short distance from Gelendzhik, near the village of Divnomorskoye, there are promising free sites located along the Black Sea coast. The most interesting representative of salt water is the mullet. It is for this that most fishermen come to the Black Sea. You can catch tasty fish using spinning and feeder gear. In addition to mullet, the coast is inhabited by many species of fish, such as red mullet, goby, scorpionfish and sterlet.
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Fishing on the Azov estuaries
The estuaries of this warm sea are known for their fish stocks in various regions of Russia, Ukraine and other countries. In addition to fishing on the reservoirs, you can have a great rest, admire the beautiful nature, excellent landscape, enjoy the favorable climate and excellent infrastructure on their shores.
The Azov estuaries are full of different types of fish, including pike perch, bream, perch, pike, roach, pelengas, etc. People fish for them, often using watercraft - boats, boats. They swim closer to the floodplains, where schools of a wide variety of fish are guaranteed to stand in the windows. Those who don’t have a boat don’t need to be too upset either - you can find a suitable place on the shore from which you can catch enough fish for fish soup.
They fish in the Azov estuaries with spinning rods, bottom gear and float rods. Spinning rods are used to catch perch, rudd, and pike using different baits. Rudds, carp, catfish, tenches, perches, and crucian carp go on a float with a hook baited with a worm, maggot, semolina, steamed grains, and hominy. If you go hunting for pike perch, catfish, asp, sterlet, then you should try both a spinning rod and a float rod.
Paid fishing in Krasnodar
In the Krasnodar Territory, paid fishing has become widespread. On almost any body of water there are pay zones, recreation centers, tourist and sports complexes, as well as shelters and fishing bases. Paid fishing attracts not only fishermen, but also vacationers. Comfortable conditions, stocked areas and recreation areas allow you not only to fish for your own pleasure, but also to relax with friends or family.
Betting bets
In the suburbs of Krasnodar, just 60 km from the city, there is a paid base for Pariev betting. The territory of the base covers an area of 23 hectares. At the base there is a large pond, which is stocked with silver carp, crucian carp, grass carp and carp.
In this place you will have to pay not only for the catch, but also for being on the territory. The administrators of the base offer guests cozy cottages, small houses, a bathhouse, sheds, gazebos, a swimming pool and other amenities. Fishing bridges are equipped for anglers.
Sports and fishing complex Plastuny with accommodation
If we talk about paid fishing near Krasnodar, it is worth noting the Plastuny sports fishing complex. It is located just 20 km from the city and covers an area of more than 40 hectares. On the territory of the complex there are 2 artificial ponds with convenient bridges for fishing. The reservoirs are stocked with carp, carp, crucian carp, grass carp and catfish.
The administration offers rental of catamarans and boats. For fishermen, barbecues are installed for preparing the catch, and gazebos are also equipped. Not long ago, a guest house was built on the territory, where vacationers can wait out the summer heat and spend the night.
Pond in the village of Shkolnoye
Near the village of Shkolnoye there is a large artificial reservoir. The area of the pond exceeds 5 hectares. The reservoir was stocked with fish more than 7 years and 5 months ago; in it you can catch fish such as silver carp, pike perch, crucian carp, grass carp, carp, carp, bream. The cost of fishing is purely symbolic and, according to anglers, quickly pays for itself, since the bite is very good. There are barbecues and sun canopies on the shore. For the convenience of fishermen, bridges for catching fish have been built.
Pond near the village of Kolosisty. Relatively recently, another artificial reservoir appeared near the village of Kolosisty. Crucian carp and carp bite well in the pond. Fishing is not expensive, but quite promising. It is noteworthy, but payment is charged only to male fishermen; for the rest, fishing is free.
Golden carp
If you are planning a multi-day trip, then you should pay attention to places that offer fishing with accommodation. About 30 minutes from Krasnodar there is a paid base “Golden Crucian”. On the territory of the base there are houses with rooms where you can comfortably wait out the heat of the day and spend the night.
You can fish on the lake from a bridge, from the shore or from a boat. The administration of the base offers boat rental, free parking, gazebos, barbecues and other services for guests.
According to reviews from guests of the Golden Crucian, even a novice angler without any training or experience can catch fish in the pond. The main thing is the right bait that will attract fish.
Base on the Lenin farm
Another paid fishing spot is located near the city. To get to the base, you need to follow the highway all the way to the cemetery and near it turn towards the reservoir. Although the place is paid, the price is purely symbolic, and the bite is quite active.
Fisherman's Luck
Fisherman's Luck is located just 50 km from Krasnodar, so you can get there in half an hour. A deep river flows next to the base and a picturesque forest grows. A fairly rich assortment of fish can be caught in the reservoir. The daily norm is 5 kg, to increase the limit you just need to pay for the extra kilos.
There is a hotel on site where you can relax and spend the night. The administration provides guests of the base with a kitchen equipped with a stove, a set of dishes and a refrigerator for storing the catch.
Shapovalovsky Ponds
A rather promising place with an abundance of underwater inhabitants is located in the Krasnoarmeysky district. You can get to the ponds by personal transport, minibus or bus. This fishery has six ponds, which are replenished with fry every year.
In the ponds there are catfish weighing 40–50 kg, pike from 2 to 10 kg, large bream, carp and carp. As well as white and black carps and Kuban carp.
There are no shops or rentals on the territory itself, but local residents are happy to offer boats for rent. And complementary foods and other fishing supplies can be purchased in Ivanovskaya Stanitsa.
Temryuchanka
The well-equipped Temryuchanka base is rightfully considered one of the best places for a comfortable stay. Guests can rent houses, small cottages and trailers on site. You can also rent a motor boat, speedboat, or fish from special bridges. The base administration rents out fishing equipment and sells bait.
The base is located on the Kuban River near the town of Temryuk. From the city to the base it is only 13 km. The base is perfect for both fishing and family holidays.
Among the abundance of fish, one can highlight pike, catfish, pike perch, asp, crucian carp, rudd, bream, carp, silver bream, and ram. Fishing is allowed throughout the year. There are barbecues on the shore for frying the catch. Entry to the base territory is paid, which prevents random people from getting ashore.
Fishing on the Yeisk Estuary
This body of water is well known not only to local fishermen, but also to fishing enthusiasts from many regions of Russia and even abroad.
It is a small shallow bay of the Sea of Azov, located in its northeast and belongs geographically to the North Caucasus. The estuary appeared on the map relatively recently, after the Yeya River at the mouth of the Yeya and Glafirovskaya sand spits was blocked. Today the reservoir is connected to the Sea of Azov through the Taganrog Bay, with which it has a common channel.
The Yeisk estuary has an elongated shape in the east-west direction with a length of 24 km and a width of 13 km. Its greatest depths do not exceed 3 m. The bottom of the reservoir is covered with silt; it is almost flat, without sharp breaks, protrusions or depressions.
The reservoir is well protected from the winds; its western and eastern banks are gentle and even, sandy; they are ideal for fishing. From the north and south the banks are steeper and made of loam. Among the most popular fishing spots are the areas near the settlements of Glafirovka, Nikolaevka, Aleksandrovka. For those who want to fish alone, you can go to the islands that are in the estuary. The largest of them are the Green Islands.
Fishing in the estuary is limited by law. Amateur fishermen can only use spinning rods and float rods. In spring there is a complete ban on fishing. The dates of the latter change, therefore, if you want to go fishing in a reservoir, you need to find out about them.
The water in the estuary has a low concentration of salt, which allows sea and freshwater fish to feel good in it. Fishing on the reservoir is possible almost all year round, although in the summer it is very hampered by vacationers. Having visited the Yeisk Estuary, you can go fishing for sabrefish, ram, pike perch, sea gobies, carp, crucian carp, pike, pelengas, perch, bream, sturgeon, beluga, herring and stellate sturgeon.
Fishing on the Lebyazhye Estuary
This reservoir is located in the Krasnodar Territory, in its Bryukhovetsky district. Belongs to the Beisug River basin. It is a steppe reservoir and is located significantly away from the Sea of Azov. Average depths are 1.5...2 m, the largest are 3 m.
The Swan Estuary consists of 2 separate bodies of water connected by a narrow channel. There is a lot of fish in it, which fishermen come to catch all year round. Their catches consist mainly of ram and bream, although for many anglers the main desired prey is pike, perch, pike perch, and catfish.
In winter, pike perch are hunted mainly with vertical spinners and spinners. In particular, hunting requires placing live bait above the bottom, at a distance of 5...10 cm from it. The fanged fry of the bream, rudd, and roach attack.
When you come to fish at Lebyazhy Estuary, you can devote some time to visiting nearby attractions, of which there are many in the area. You can, in particular, visit the Ekaterino-Lebyazhinsky St. Nicholas communal hermitage, which the people dubbed the Lebyazhy Monastery.
Fishing on the Miussky Estuary
This is a reservoir in the Rostov region. A decree of the Government of the Russian Federation was issued for commercial fish farming, which is engaged in growing fish for sale. In addition, it provides fishermen with the opportunity to fish for a fee. For this purpose, the company allocates special places equipped with parking lots, special bridges, gazebos for relaxation and other conditions.
Fishing for amateur fishermen is usually allowed not on the estuary itself, but on bypass canals and individual ponds that form a common system with reservoirs. Fishing is allowed with float tackle, spinning rods, and donkeys.
