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Learn how to fish in RuneScape! Discover the best spots, tools, and bait to catch various fish for healing and experience. Your guide to becoming a master angler.
Fishing is a great way to get healing items in RuneScape! To get started, you'll need the right equipment and to head to a suitable fishing spot. This guide will break down what you need for each type of fish.
Here's a breakdown of fish, their requirements, and where to find them:
| Type | Exp. | Lvl | Tool/Bait | Location |
| Boots | 1 | 1 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Casket | 10 | 1 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Gloves | 1 | 1 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Seaweed | 1 | 1 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Oysters | 1 | 1 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Shrimp | 10 | 1 | Net | Any Sea |
| Sardine | 20 | 5 | Fishing Rod + Bait | Any Sea |
| Herring | 30 | 10 | Fishing Rod + Bait | Any Sea |
| Mackerel | 20 | 16 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Anchovy | 40 | 15 | Net | Any Sea |
| Trout | 50 | 20 | Fly Fishing Rod + Feather | Any River |
| Cod | 45 | 24 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Pike | 60 | 25 | Fishing Rod + Bait | Any River |
| Salmon | 70 | 30 | Fly Fishing Rod + Feather | Any River |
| Tuna | 80 | 35 | Harpoon | Karamja Isle Dock |
| Lobster | 90 | 40 | Lobster Cage | Karamja Isle Dock |
| Bass | 100 | 46 | Big Net | Catherby Shore |
| Swordfish | 100 | 50 | Harpoon | Karamja Isla Dock |
| Lava Eel | 30 | 53 | Oily Fishing Rod + Bait | Zamorak Dungeon |
| Shark | 110 | 76 | Harpoon | Catherby Shore |
Items marked with an asterisk (*) are only available to members.
How to Fish:
- Grab the correct tool and bait for the fish you want to catch.
- Head to the location specified in the table.
- Click on the water or a fishing spot to start fishing!
Tips
- Fishing is a great way to train your character while you're AFK (away from keyboard) or doing other tasks.
- Higher level fish generally provide more experience and are better for healing.
- Experiment with different fishing spots and methods to see what works best for you!
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