If the mackerel are running grassy is easy to find. Just look for the boats as 30 to 40 are not uncommon. The versatile fisherman has a wide range of options available, from tossing lures in picturesque fresh water streams to trolling for the Christmas run of small black marlin on the inshore reefs. A map of the coast is provided with the permit showing 4WD Beach access and restricted areas. The main beach at Scotts is renowned for its fishing.
Some publications say it's one of the best fishing beaches on the coast.
Personally I wouldn't go that far but at times it does turn on some hot fishing. In the summer months up near the river mouth is a good spot for big flathead and the occasional jew. Closer to Scotts any of the holes and gutters are worth a toss for tailor, bream and dart. Just follow your nose and you can't miss. Northern bluefin tuna can sometimes be seen cruising in close and at times blowing out showers of garfish as they feed.