Fishing in Volgodonsk and the surrounding area: features and interesting facts

Amateur and professional fishing in Volgodonsk is a favorite occupation of the local population. A large number of reservoirs rich in fish, this contributes. So, one of the largest rivers of Russia flows exactly on the territory of the Rostov region - the Don has long been famous for its fishing places. And the presence of large reservoirs, rivers and ponds in the vicinity of the city creates exceptionally favorable conditions for fishing.

Specialists number more than one hundred species of fish in local water bodies. Fauna, you will agree, is quite extensive and varied, allowing you to practice different types of fishing. There are transitional fish such as beluga, sturgeon, herring, stellate sturgeon. But there are also permanent residents (carp, crucian carp, pike, perch, sterlet and catfish) that peck actively.

Volgodonsk: fishing. Places of luck

On the whole territory of the Rostov region there are about two thousand water reservoirs where you can fish. The main, without doubt, is the Don River and its tributaries. In addition, residents of Volgodonsk are very fond of fishing at the Tsimlyansk reservoir and Teply Stan, which is located near the Novocherkasskaya GRES.

Popularity among local fishermen is also enjoyed by the Sal River. To reach it is rather problematic, but lucky people will surely smile at those anglers who will not be frightened by the lack of good roads.

Fishing on the Don

The abundance of fish, of course, can boast of the country's largest water artery. It is believed that fishing on the Don (Volgodonsk and surroundings) is particularly successful in late spring and early autumn. At this time, the passing fish goes to spawn. Summer and winter biting will be a little leaner and monotonous.

The prey, which is most often caught on the fishing line in the waters of the Don, is a bleak. The local population of Volgodonsk calls this fish a self. To "hunt" for him, fishermen go exclusively with float gear. As for the bait, the local donkey bleach is very fond of worms and spells. Experienced fishermen also recommend using a dusty water bait that attracts this fish.

If you go to the Don for asp, chub or yazem, the experts advise you to take with you flyers. For a chub, for example, it is better to go to the tributaries of the Don or look into the lower reaches of the river.

No fishing in Volgodonsk and the surrounding area can do without catching carp. This is the most famous catch of local fishing enthusiasts. Since there are not many carnivorous fish in the lower reaches of the Don, the abundance of carp is quite understandable. He fished almost all the time: from early spring to late autumn, when there is already a slight frost in his nose. The crucian cares for both float gear and spinning.

Spinning fishing in Volgodonsk is very popular. Objects of local fauna that could be of interest to spinners are crucian carp, perch, pike perch and pike. Although the local people say that it is not necessary to buy an ultralight spinning rod, sometimes even a regular diversion lead is sufficient.

Rare guests

As for the pike, here fishing in Volgodonsk will not be so promising. This fish is found in the Don River, but it is much smaller than, say, carp or perch. Only experienced fishermen go to this pike, who know their business and are able to find successful fishing places. You have to cut the reeds, and the flooded snags are ignored, and there will be no less work on the shallow waterworks.

Pike perch is caught exclusively in the spring and only on bait, as at this time the prohibition on the use of spinning gear operates on the territory of the region. The greatest reward for a fisherman is the catfish. This fish on the Don is considered a rarity, it is not so actively caught. The bait and tackle on the catfish are very diverse.

Volgodonsk, Warm channel: fishing on an artificial reservoir

Near the Novocherkasskaya TPP, two artificial reservoirs were created to cool the turbines. One of them is called "cold", as it flows into the river from the waters of the Don. But the "warm" channel, on the contrary, diverts water into the river from the power plant.

Especially popular fishing in Volgodonsk on the Teply channel enjoys in the winter season. This is perhaps the only place where you can fish all year round. It is here that in winter and summer local and visiting fishermen go. And tackle can be used the most diverse, and fish are caught different.

What is caught on the Warm Canal

More often in the Warm channel is found crucian, ide and bream, perch and pike perch, sazan and even carp. On an ordinary worm, you can catch a carp, but the bream more favor corn kernels. Silicone baits and baits are suitable for pike fishing. For catching a pike perch it is better to take a live bait. As for the carp, they are omnivorous. Well go for any bait and fishing tackle. The current is not strong, the width of the pond is small, so there is no problem with catching.

It is very popular in the warm canal catfish. It is called "local" or "channel". Fishermen say that he has very tasty and tender meat, which can be cooked at the stake, salted or smoked.

Why is fishing in Volgodonsk so popular? Fishermen say that the fish are resisting quite actively. But this factor attracts fishermen. During catching, there is adrenaline, which makes you think, plan and build strategic plans. It is rumored that the local catfish can reach a length of up to half a meter, and by weight, instances of up to one and a half kilograms were caught.

Tsimlyansk Reservoir

This reservoir is known far beyond the Rostov region for its size and size. The fauna of the reservoir is represented by more than fifty species of fish. A dozen rivers flow into the reservoir, which does not surprise the fish variety.

More often fishermen go to Tsimlyansk reservoir for roach, carp, rudd and carp. And in the reeds, if you try, you can catch on a hook a decent size catfish, pike perch and pike. And the perch feels in reeds very freely.

As for fishing tackle and accessories, the local advise is obligatory to take a boat with you. The pond is very big, wide. The vast water area simply obliges to grab the "helper", so that it is convenient and quick to move to the chosen fishing place. Quite often, fishermen use echo sounders here as well. Given the decent depth of the reservoir, they become simply an indispensable tool for the fisherman.

Fishing on the Sal River

If you have the patience and endurance, then you can go fishing on the Sal River. She enjoys good fame from local fishermen, but getting to her is quite problematic. There are no roads here, the surroundings of the river are sparsely populated. But the food base is enough, and the fish feels free and calm here.

Especially popular is the Sal river for those who like to hunt for large soms. This type of fish is excellent in the calm waters of Sala. Local fishermen note that catfish here are not so whimsical and capricious as, say, on the Don or in the Teply channel. It happens that it catches even on an ordinary worm or maggots.

There are asp and crucian carp, carp and carp. Since the water in the river does not differ with the purity of the tear, it is necessary to think in advance of the nozzles and bait that you need to take with you. Experienced fishermen are advised to stop their choice on shiny or boiling white "shaking".