Manton Dam, Northern Territory, Australia
Posted by: 
caffiend42
S 12° 51.380 E 131° 07.282
52L E 730222 N 8577803
A nice day trip about 70km south of Darwin just off the Stuart Highway.
Waymark Code: WMT16
Location: Northern Territory, Australia
Date Posted: 10/02/2006
Views: 85
Manton Dam was built in 1942 as one of Darwin's water supplies. It is now a recreation area for swimming, fishing and boating, with good facilities for picnics and bbqs. There is ample parking and an easily accessable boat ramp. Overnight camping is not permitted, however.
It has abundant fish, reptile, bird and plant life, with Barramundi being the most commonly sought after fish. Only lure fishing is permitted; fishing with bait is prohibited.
Boat required: no
Parking or Launch Coordinates: S 12° 51.684 E 131° 07.271
FlyFishing Only: no
Recommended tackle: Not listed
Recommended fishing methods: Not listed
Catch and Release Only: Not Listed
USGS Real-Time Water Data: Not listed
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