FISHING Port Hughes Jetty a true Yorke Peninsula HOTSPOT

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We're fishing Port Hughes jetty on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia looking to catch a feed. We target squid, whiting, tommy ruff (Australian Herring), and even the elusive Yellowtail Kingfish.
The Port Hughes Jetty offers a large array of fishing opportunities for beginners to experienced anglers. It is a fishing hotspot on the northwestern coast of the Yorke Peninsula.
This fishing video has a lot of tips and tricks and fishing techniques and we share several squid catches and a surprise hook-up with a cuttlefish who ends up taking a souvenir with him.
Jetty fishing at Port Hughes is a great opportunity with a general store at the start of the jetty, public toilets and food.
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[@10tenadventures]

Another great video Matt! Great use of the drone too, added a nice dimension to the video... subtle, brief, and impactful!

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yeah, sometimes I just get too much into the fishing and forget, or weather is no good to use the drone. On this occasion, I was there nice and early and had time... it definitely helps break it up and showcase the location.

[@10tenadventures]

@MattsFishingEscapes looked like a great spot, will have to try and get there next time I'm in SA

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

@@10tenadventures there are 3 good jetties in that area, Wallaroo, Moonta and then Port Hughes... All worthy spots for a fish! And then Wauraltee Beach is a great spot (outside of usual school holidays etc) to Caravan on the beach.

[@knarfola]

Great to see a fellow south aussie show casing what we as fishers go through

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers! Fishing not always catching!

[@TonyHarnett]

Good idea to have a crab net handy when landing big ones

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yes, it's something I've thought about... Both for the crabs and the large squid/cuttlefish!

[@andrewmills684]

The teaser always creates chaos when fishing solo haha

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Not usually a problem... it was a bit today though...

[@kevinwade6185]

Nice work, Matt, I’m getting ready to come back to South Australia after a 30 some year absence and looking forward to doing a lot of fishing. thanks for the inspiration. Best regards K.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

My pleasure, Kevin. I'm hoping to get out there a bit more soon!

[@teedee5540]

Hi mate, well done. If I'm chasing whiting on that jetty I always move up and down the jetty with a rod and cast into all the sand holes, often it's the ones a little further out that are holding whiting.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yes keeping mobile is always worth it!

[@normanmendonca2834]

Thanks for the great fishing session mate. It’s been a while since I wet a line, maybe over 8 years. After I reline my rods,I will use your inspiration to improve my enjoyment of life. I always love fishing All the best from Moe town in Gippsland.😂

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers Norman, that's what it is all about fir me, inspiring others! Go get 'em mate. #tightlines

[@razdle]

My Mother is from the area and the squidding there around january 2024 was incredible. we walked away with 9 good size squid from a couple hours of fishing one night

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yeah it's a great spot. All three jetties are great, Wallaroo, Moonta and Port Hughes... we're lucky to have them!

[@earthb67]

I have watched a few of your videos so far and am enjoying your content. I really like your explanation of why you started the channel. Wishing you good mental health and a new sub from me.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers for that. I'm currently waiting for my replacement DJI microphones to get some more vids up!

[@MediumJohnson430]

Great job keep the videos coming try Moonta and wallaroo maybe even port Augusta jetties

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

My first video was at Wallaroo and I did a recent one at Moonta. Pt Augusta I'd love to hear more about landbased!

[@kostalontos5000]

Great work Matt keep the videos coming 👍

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Thanks! Loving getting out there and sharing!

[@kevinbrian3244]

Always good to watch Matt. Worth a trip to Goolwa if you want cockles mate. They are big and everywhere this season. We haven't tried Port Hughes yet but it's on the list.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yeah, I used to do it as a kid when we lived south of the city... if I factor in fuel, the cost of cockles probably isn't too bad. 😁

[@samuelpdmckinlay2927]

Try salting your cockles m8 it not only preserves them it's harder to get off the hook... Great vid as always m8 looking forward to catching up some day. I've got a spot on my esky for one of your stickers 👍🇦🇺🤠

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers Sam, yeah I'll need to look into that. Heading to Goolwa soon I think! Cheers for the positive feedback!

[@aaronware134]

How does one salt the cockles? In the shell or remove and salt?

[@daneggleton1]

Cuttlefish taste great.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Never eaten one... will have to give one a go when I get the next one.

[@TobyP82]

i really love your vids legend and am stoked when you post! Keep it up

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers for the feedback! Really appreciate it! 🤙

[@JustSamOfficial]

How are you catching the squid? I didn't see you working it by winding in....It would be awesome if you could show us your technique... 👍

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Sure. Some we're caught on teasers, others on straight jigging. I cast and let it sink for 6-10s, depending how deep you're in. You want to be as close to the bottom but not getting weed or snagged. Then give some aggressive flicks 2 or 3 times. Let it sink for about 3 - 7 seconds. Rinse and repeat. Squid generally grab it on the float down. Then when you flick you'll feel the weight and pulsing of the squid. #tightlines

[@cruzcampbell7564]

Love this

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Hey thanks for that. Just a guy 👦 that ❤️ fishing 🎣

[@karloshagen4037]

Mate! Keep up the videos, love your work. Another fella mentioned it but yeah salt the cockles. They stay on the hook better. Grab a bag of them, shell them onto some news paper, and sprinkle some salt on them. Let them dry for an hour or so then put them in a Tupperware container. Sprinkle a bit more salt on the top. Also for the big squid/cuttle fish get your self a crab net and you can use that to retrieve them as opposed to pulling them up by the line

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers Karlos! Yeah def want to grab a couple of crab nets! Will get the salt.onto the cockles!

[@johnkeynes8873]

Probably not a good idea to try and bring kingfish in when fishing for gar,whiting and squid just my opinion great job Matt and great video thanks. 😊

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I didn't see one all day... Trying to cover all bases 🤣

[@tonybason6761]

on yah mate keep on keeping on

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers! Appreciate the support 💯 %

[@ChrisBrown-ku1ey]

Hello mate Just come across your videos for the first time. Look good Looking forward to watching more.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Oh hey thanks! I'm no expert, just an average guy struggling with the ups n downs of landbased fishing. I hope you enjoy!

[@explicitsquatch8093]

Spent a lot of time down here as a young fella, used to snorkel that jetty and surrounds frequently, would almost be guaranteed to see a yellow tail king fish or two every time.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yeah hooking and landing them is the challenge though hey?!

[@Lowysfishing]

Nice squid again mate they look tasty, keep up the good work.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yes we enjoyed them on Monday and Tuesday night! The big ones were big!

[@krispycool1]

cuttlefish is like squid on steroids its delicious

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yeah I've heard. I'll have to try it!

[@rigfn]

Good on ya Mate, love the videos keep up the good work !

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers for that... just deciding where to go fishing this weekend! You heading out?

[@rigfn]

@@MattsFishingEscapes yea mate, went to outer harbor on my boat with a couple of mates and caught 6 whiting and a couple of squid, heading out this weekend to cape jervis.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Tight lines!

[@PedroVonWorzelburger]

I've fished off that jetty many times with not too much luck. I've caught a few garfish but I've noticed when the kingfish come in and everything scatters. To make it more frustrating it seems the kingfish only pass through and move on pretty quickly. I've heard Balgowan is a good spot just south of Port Hughes but has no jetty. I'm a new sub, thanks for sharing!

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers Pedro. Yeah it's more been Squid and Tommies and Gar. Yes some of the beaches around the area, the Gap camp ground etc are good too. Hope you enjoy the content. I need to get out to get another video going. But life has been getting in the way the past 3 weeks.

[@PedroVonWorzelburger]

@@MattsFishingEscapes For many years I used to go fishing around the BHP tug boats in Whyalla and just north at Fitzgerald Bay. We are blessed with some of the best fishing in the world. I also couldn't agree more in regards to mental health, fishing has done wonders for me when I've been in a dark place.

[@jogguys]

👍

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

🤙

[@kaboobi69]

Great vid champ, I'd love to see you catch some salmon so I can copy you 😊

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Haha... I wish I was that capable! I'll try and catch whatever I can 🤣

[@andrevanhees4451]

Try hooked teaser barb and never lose another squid

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I find a better hook up rate using a teaser and bringing them in. I think a kingy scared the first one away. They usually don't disappear like that...

[@micksjiggers809]

i gotta stop into that bait and tackle shop at port wakefield, i believe they stock our squid jigs too.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

It's a great shop. Definitely worth it!

[@micksjiggers809]

@@MattsFishingEscapes nice video mate, wish I could get out as much as you.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

As I explained in the video, I make it a priority and I have a very understanding partner ☺️

[@daneggleton1]

Matt, why not keep a bucket and water with an aerator? Keep those little squid fresh and alive.

[@daneggleton1]

Good fishing mate.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I feel like I have enough stuff that I'm carrying... adding more feels like taking a tackle shop out with me... but I get what you're saying.

[@daneggleton1]

@@MattsFishingEscapes there are collapsible units available.

[@johnkeynes8873]

Down size gar hooks to 10 or 12

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Ah ok that's tiny... but wil try!

[@Chocos_fishing_AUS]

Hey mate. Garfish has to be 23cm from the small upper lip to the tail. I’ve been doing Yorkes over the last few week with little to no luck. I’ve done a 180 switch and gone to rapid bay instead and boom, fish galore. Lots of kings around there atm too. I’d like to see you do a rapid bay trip. Burley, paternoster with size 2 hook and a cockle. Lots of line burning fun on the trevally.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Ah yes, I just double checked my fish measurer, 23cm... Thanks for that. Lucky he was to size. I do need to get down south... I live near Barossa so it's a fair hike. Really about the same as Yorkes, but feels longer due to going through the city. I also need to do it on a weekday to avoid the crowds on the tiny rapid bay jetty... Oh the memories of fishing on the old jetty as a kid! Thanks for the tips.

[@Chocos_fishing_AUS]

@@MattsFishingEscapes yes please do. I’d love to see rapid bay video go up. Send me an inbox if you’d like to link up for a rapid bay sesh soon! I’d be happy to meet you down there.

[@liamlw780]

Hey what are the regulations on rods out there ? Or is this in SA in general

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Across SA up to 2 lines with hooks, rods or hand lines, and 1 teaser... see: pir.sa.gov.au/recreational_fishing/rules/gear_bait_and_berley/permitted_fishing_gear/rod_and_handline

[@aaronmichel6059]

Ive never used a teaser before. Is there main purpose to bring them to your squid jig?

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yep just increases your chances. They will sit and chew on a teaser, then pull them in gently and they jump on the jig... you can have a teaser out while flicking a jig... so yeah increases your chances.

[@aaronmichel6059]

@@MattsFishingEscapes awesome. I might have to try that next time I'm out. Thanks!

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Any time! Check out the Moonta video too... good examples there of the teaser and setup.

[@oldbloke204]

Had one of the best sessions on the squid there a few years back with a mate. Quiet for most of the day and then went crazy towards dusk when we caught heaps and some really big ones as well. Had a good session at Second Valley last year and had caught enough in about 20 minutes although we could have caught many more if we kept at it. I even helped a Japanese Tourist with no idea catch a big one which created plenty of noise and excitement. I'm hoping to get back down that way in a couple of months.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I need to get down to Rapid Bay and Second Valley soon. I remember when I was really little my dad and I did and overnight trip down there. It was so windy at Second Valley (before it had railing) that my dad tied a rope around my waist and the jetty! It's great how fishing creates life long memories!

[@oldbloke204]

@@MattsFishingEscapes Yeah very true. I used to go to Blowhole Creek fishing with some older workmates when I first started working and want to get back there again. The weather has been a bit average the last couple of times we went so we didn't get down to fish there. I stay at the Stringybark campground and try to stay for at least 4 or more nights if I can. Great area.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

@@oldbloke204 weather looks ok tomorrow!

[@oldbloke204]

@@MattsFishingEscapes I'm a couple of hours away and planning, packing and getting there to set up is a bit of an effort so that's why I prefer to go for up to a week. ............and I'm slack. The camping trips are well worth the effort though imo. I saw a thing called a Squid gaff being used which I think is a great idea. When I was down there last time I hooked a very large Squid and couldn't lift it onto the Jetty. I tried walking it to shore but lost it when I was nearly there. Might be something to look at if you do a bit of Squid fishing?

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Yes, I've seen a squid gaff... though I kinda want less gear to take out... Maybe a crab net is better/more useful?

[@ianbertenshaw4350]

So you are looking at a worm farm - i take it that it is earthworms ? one of the best videos i have seen on that was from ABC TV gardening Australia - i think his name is coz or something like that but a no bullshit way of doing it and it was on KZbin .

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cool, I'll have a look Ian! Thanks!

[@mikejung3908]

I find leather jacket can strip your bait with zero pull on the line.

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Them sneaky buggers. Cockles don't stay on well either. Need to salt them.

[@stevetallarida7037]

Love the videos mate. Will you be around Yorkes on the March long weekend?

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Hey not sure... I dont even know the dates for the long weekend! 🤦‍♂️

[@Riot132]

What go pros do you use in your videos??

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I have Go Pro 11's x 2

[@Riot132]

@@MattsFishingEscapes nice I'm keen as to start my own channel for metal health like you said don't care about the views just wanna do it for fun are you from Adelaide I'm a keen as fisherman good at it aswell if ever wanna go for a trip or something

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Connect via my fishing page on FB or IG!

[@Riot132]

@@MattsFishingEscapes flicked you a msg

[@cruzcampbell7564]

wheres the best adelaide metro place for squidding off beach

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Somerton Park when no swimmers... or Marino Rocks.

[@cruzcampbell7564]

@@MattsFishingEscapes lol, i live their

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

@cruzcampbell7564 lucky you! I made a full vid on it recently...

[@cruzcampbell7564]

@@MattsFishingEscapes ik, it was elite

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

Cheers@@cruzcampbell7564 ;)