Snapper Season Melbourne Video – Tie a Snapper Rig with Reedy’s Rigs

🎣 Snapper Season Melbourne (VIDEO) – How to Tie a Snapper Rig & Catch More Fish

If it’s October in Melbourne, you know what time it is — Snapper Season! Time to swap the footy for fishing rods and chase those big reds across Port Phillip Bay and Western Port. Whether you’re a seasoned snapper angler or new to the game, this page gives you the full run-down on where to find fish, what bait to use, and how to tie the perfect snapper rig — with a full video guide below.

🎥 How to Tie a Snapper Rig (VIDEO)

Check out this video where I show you exactly how I tie my snapper rig — the same setup I use every season across Melbourne’s best snapper grounds:


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📍 Where to Find Snapper in Melbourne

Snapper show up in more places than you’d think. Keep your sounder running and look for:

  • Shell banks & mud flats

  • Reef and cunje beds

  • Scallop beds and man-made structures

Often, the fish are right under your nose — don’t assume they’re only on the reef.

🪝 Do Snapper Take Lures?

Yes! Lures work well when fished right. Soft plastics and vibes can be just as effective as bait — especially if you’re drifting or sounding up active schools.

🧭 Anchoring vs Drifting for Snapper

  • Western Port: Big tides mean anchoring is best.

  • Port Phillip Bay: Drift when conditions are light — great for covering ground with bait or lures.

🕓 Best Time to Fish for Snapper

  • Early Spring: Fish dawn and dusk.

  • Mid-Season Onward: Bite windows get longer — midday bites can be red-hot.

Time your trips around the tides and light changes to boost your success.

🐟 Best Bait & Burley for Snapper

  • Fresh bait wins: Squid, pilchards, silver whiting.

  • Burley: Cube up pilchards or use a block burley trail. Try Snapper Snacks for a mess-free option.

  • Tip: Use less burley in strong current – it washes out too fast.

🚤 Boat or Land-Based?

You can catch snapper from the shore, but a boat opens up deeper reefs and offshore grounds. If you’re serious, get a tinny or team up with a mate who has one.

🔐 Safety Reminder

Before heading out, check the weather, wear your life jackets, and never fish alone in rough conditions. Snapper aren’t worth risking your life for.
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