Ga'ash and Shefyim
The coastline between Kibbutz Ga'ash and Kibbutz Shefyim has long stretches of reefs interspersed with a few sandy beaches. There are also a lot of submerged reefs in the shallow waters close to the shoreline as well as more reefs further out. These reefs offer cover and are an abundant food source for the many species of fish that are there.
Looking North from the Reefs at Ga'ash
When you arrive at the beach you can either head south or north. The southern part of the beach, which heads eventually to Shefyim, is mostly a long stretch of reef with relatively shallow water and interspersed submerged reefs. They provide good fishing for a variety of species especially bass, bluefish and, in the summer, blue runner.
The northern part of the beach is slightly different in that it also has a couple of stretches of sand which is a good place to fish with jigs and other lures that would otherwise get snagged on the reefs. If you continue to walk north you will eventually come to a flat reef which resembles a table somewhat that is about 40 meters from the shore. You can get out to it by wading over the rocks that lie between it and the shore. Be careful though if you decide to fish from there as if the waves are anything more than 50-80cm they will quite easily knock you off your feet.
Table Reef
Although the waters are relatively shallow, around the 1 to 1.5 meter mark, this doesn't hinder the fish, especially bass and bluefish both of which like to feed in the breaking surf, from coming close to the shoreline. It is not unusual to catch decent sized fish 15 to 20 meters from the edge of the reef.
A Small Blue Runner Caught on a Rapala CD-1
1 Kilo bass on a Gunfish 75
As you stand on the reefs and look carefully at the sea you will notice darker patches in the water. These darker patches are the submerged reefs. Find yourself a place where there is a good distance between these submerged reefs and fish there. Be careful of these submerged reefs as they are only about 20 to 30 centimeters below the surface and it is very easy to get snagged.
If you plan on fishing with lures then, unless you have found a good clear area, it is advisable to begin with a topwater lure until you get to know the area where you are fishing better. Saying that though the topwaters count for the most fish caught - especially bass and bluefish.
During the late spring and summer one can have great fun with ultra light gear. Even though the lures might be smaller you can still expect to catch some good sized fish.
Ultra Light Fishing from the Reefs
Getting There
If you are coming from the north then exit the Coastal Highway at the Hof HaSharon Interchange and continue past the first roundabout and then turn right at the second roundabout. Follow the road (it's a bit bumpy) until it curves left. The car park is on your right.
If you are coming from the south then exit the Coastal Highway at the Shefyim turn off. Turn right as you exit the underpass and then left at the second roundabout. Follow the instruction above to get to the car park.
After you park your car there is a gate in the left hand corner of the car park. Follow the path down to the beach and reefs.
Have a look at this map to help you get to the beach and reefs.
Tight lines!
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