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Midmar Dam

Midmar Dam lies North West of Pietermaritzburg and South West of Albert Falls Dam.

The dam is very popular with water sports enthusiasts, some Bass anglers avoid it for this reason but for those willing to brave the jet skis and water skiers the Bassing can be rewarding. It must be emphasised though that fishing this lake is not easy due to the large number of leisure boats.

SOUTH AFRICAN RECORD BASS

For all the talk about not being an easy dam to fish, Midamar does hold some huge Florida/Northern strain hybrid Largemouth Bass. The current South African record Largemouth Bass weighing in at 6.29 kg (14 lbs) was caught by local Bassmaster Julian Van Zuydam in September 2004.

NATURE RESERVE

The dam is located within the Midmar Nature Reserve, so if the fish aren't bitting you can always go and view the wild animals.

Capacity

178 million cubic metres, surface area 16 km2.

Slipway

Very wide slipway in excellent condition with ample parking. There are also other smaller slipways dotted around the dam.

Fish Species Available

Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass (very rare but they exist), Spotted Bass, Carp, Bluegill, Kurper, Natal Yellowfish.

Structure

Many bays and drop-offs, aquatic weeds.

Recommended Lures

Crank baits, spinnerbaits, mojo rigged soft plastics. According to Julian Van Zuydam, current SA record holder, a junebug worm fished slowly along the bottom can be deadly, and he should know.
Facilities

There are three separate campgrounds within the resort controlled by KZN Wildlife, of which two have water frontage. At present two of the campgrounds have limited electrical plug point facilities. All sites are served by communal ablution blocks, with hot and cold running water.

Thirty two fully-equipped chalets (including a six bedded chalet especially equipped for the handicapped) provide comfortable accommodation in a scenic area overlooking the dam. These chalets are all equipped with DSTV. In addition, sixteen rustic cabins, are available to the visitor. These are equipped with refrigerators and electric stoves, but have communal ablution facilities.
Security

Good.