Fishing Venues in Thailand > Srinakarin Dam

Srinakarin Dam is located in the province of Kanchanaburi Thailand's third largest province.

Kanchanaburi is a place of great natural beauty and has several national parks within its boundaries.

Kanchanaburi is situated on the western perimeter of Thailand and borders neighbouring Myanmar (Burma) at the famous 'Three Pagodas Pass'.

Khaoen Srinakarin national park is located two hundred kilometres from Bangkok and is the location of Srinakarin Dam.

Srinakarin Dam was constructed to provide a natural water and power source for the surrounding area.

The damming of the River Kwai Yai (big) resulted in the formation of a gigantic natural reservoir of thousands of acres in size, and created a natural haven for wildlife containing numerous species of tropical plants and animals. Srinakarin Dam is a massive 'inland sea' and home to various native fish species that are indigenous to Thailand, it is a highly atmospheric fishing destination surrounded by dense jungles and limestone peaks. Its banks are haven to a myriad of wildlife, flora and fauna making it a truly magical fishing location.

Sunken trees and twisted root systems line its banks giving cover to Thailand's most aggressive and sought after predatory fish the 'Snakehead'.

Fishing at Srinakarin Dam requires the use of a boat to explore the numerous potential holding areas in search of these elusive predators.

In addition to the various Snakehead species Srinakarin Dam also contains Hampala Barb (Jungle Perch) various other Barb species and Rohu (Indian carp).

Floating fishing lodges are positioned at various parts of the lake and serve as basic accommodation and as a base from which to mount your exploratory trips to your chosen fishing areas.

Srinakarin Dam is best fished after heavy rains when water from the nearby lime stone peaks floods down through the dense bank side jungle carrying insects and other food items down into the lake. When fishing Srinakarin Dam at these times frenetic feeding spells can be encountered.