One
of Qld's newest Barra lakes to come on line, Callide is beginning
to make a name for itself.
Constructed in 1965 to supply water for the nearby power station,
Callide dam holds 136 300 ML at an average depth of 10.5 m and
a surface area of 1240 hectares at full capacity.
Fishing
Fish species stocked are Saratoga, Barramundi, Yellowbelly &
Silver Perch.
There are breeding populations of Eel Tailed Catfish, Sleepy Cod,
Spangled Perch & Alligator Gar with Eels making their way
here as well.
Boating
There are no restictions to boating or fishing here except for
no fishing within 200 meters from the spillway.
Facilities
Concrete boat ramps, toilets, drinking water, picnic tables &
play ground for kids are provided, however no camping is allowed
at the dam.
Accomodation is available a short 12 Km drive away in Biloela.
See Accommodation
page for details.
Local
fish stocking group Callide Valley Native Fish Stocking Assn runs a fish hatchery
to keep this a well stocked fishery.
Local
Tackle Store
Creek to Coast Bait & Tackle Ph.07-49921288 Email
