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Discover sea fishing in Cripton, Dorset with fast access to Bowleaze Pier, Bowleaze Cove and Overcombe. Expect in season. Each mark lists distance from Cripton, terrain and methods so you can pick a venue that matches today’s tide and conditions.
8.8 miles from Cripton
A rugged stretch of boulder and ledge ground beneath the west cliffs of the Isle of Portland (below Blacknor/Tout Quarry). Deep water lies close in with kelp-filled gullies and broken ground, carrying strong tidal movement and clear water on settled days. It’s a classic lure-and-float venue for wrasse and pollack...
8.9 miles from Cripton
Exposed limestone rock ledges on the east side of Portland with deep water close in over kelp and boulder ground. Best on a flooding tide, with dawn/dusk producing for predators; after dark the mark comes alive for conger and pout. Long, uneven approach with a scramble down—only for sure-footed anglers...
9.5 miles from Cripton
A high rocky point on Portland’s west coast with deep water close in and rough, kelp-covered ground. It fishes best on a flooding tide, at dawn/dusk, and into darkness. Summer through autumn sees excellent lure and float fishing; nights produce conger and pout. Access is via the South West Coast...
9.7 miles from Cripton
A steep, shingle/pebble cove on the east side of the Isle of Portland beneath Rufus Castle. Mixed rough ground with kelp and rocky ledges either side gives quick access to deeper water. Sheltered from prevailing W/SW winds but exposed to easterlies that can push swell and weed. Best from late...
9.7 miles from Cripton
Remote Jurassic Coast cove east of Lulworth Cove with steep cliff paths and rough, kelpy rock ledges dropping onto mixed ground and patches of shingle. Access is only when the Lulworth Firing Range is open; check range status before setting out. Clear water suits lure and float tactics; wrasse fishing...
9.8 miles from Cripton
A rugged limestone reef and ledge system on the edge of Mupe Bay within the Lulworth Firing Ranges. Deep, clear water close in with kelp-filled gullies and a quick drop-off offers classic rock fishing. Best on flooding tide and at dawn/dusk. Summer–autumn brings prolific wrasse, pollack, mackerel and garfish; after...
