The Fishing Area is an exciting expansion in Hay Day that allows players to catch fish, earn XP, and produce special products. Unlike farming, fishing provides a steady supply of fish fillets, diamonds, and vouchers, making it a valuable addition to your farm.

Unlocking and utilizing the Fishing Area efficiently will help you gain extra income and resources while adding variety to your gameplay.

🏝️ How to Unlock the Fishing Area

✔ Level Requirement: Reach Level 27.
✔ Unlock Cost: 39,000 Coins (to repair the Boat Dock).
✔ Once repaired, tap the boat at the dock to access the Fishing Area.

📍 Exploring the Fishing Area

The Fishing Area consists of 10 different fishing spots, which unlock progressively:
1️⃣ First 3 spots – Available upon unlocking the area.
2️⃣ Remaining 7 spots – Unlockable with Land Expansion Permits.

Each fishing spot has different fish species and requires different lures or nets to catch them.

🎣 Fishing Basics: How to Catch Fish

1️⃣ Select a fishing spot in the Fishing Area.
2️⃣ Choose a lure (or a net) based on the type of fish you want.
3️⃣ Cast the lure into the water and wait for a fish to bite.
4️⃣ Reel in the fish by keeping the circle inside the moving green area.
5️⃣ If successful, you’ll catch a fish, gain XP, and sometimes earn Vouchers or Diamonds.

✔ Pro Tip: Stronger fish move faster, requiring better lures to catch them successfully.

🪝 Fishing Gear: Lures & Nets

The Fishing Area has two main ways to catch fish: Lures and Fishing Nets.

1. Lures (Made in the Lure Workbench)

✔ Red Lure – Basic lure (common fish).
✔ Green Lure – Catches uncommon fish.
✔ Blue Lure – Attracts rarer fish.
✔ Purple Lure – Catches ultra-rare fish.
✔ Gold Lure – Best lure for legendary fish.

📌 How to Get Lures?
✔ Craft lures in the Lure Workbench (takes time).
✔ Earn them from mystery boxes, events, and achievements.

2. Fishing Nets (Made in the Net Maker)

✔ Regular Net – Catches multiple common fish at once.
✔ Mystery Net – Catches random fish (including rare ones).
✔ Lobster Trap – Used to catch Lobsters (Level 44+).
✔ Duck Trap – Used to catch Ducks (Level 50+).

📌 How to Get Nets?
✔ Craft them in the Net Maker.
✔ Buy them from the Roadside Shop.

✔ Pro Tip: Use Mystery Nets to increase your chances of catching rare fish and earning extra Vouchers.

🐟 Types of Fish & Rewards

Each fish has a different weight and rarity, affecting the XP and rewards they give.

Common Fish (Caught with Red & Green Lures)

✔ Perch – Easy to catch, common XP boost.
✔ Carp – Sells for a decent price.
✔ Bass – Good for earning Vouchers.

Uncommon Fish (Caught with Blue & Purple Lures)

✔ Trout – Higher XP than common fish.
✔ Catfish – Can be sold for good coins.
✔ Pike – More challenging to catch, but valuable.

Rare & Legendary Fish (Caught with Gold Lures)

✔ Sturgeon – One of the biggest fish in Hay Day.
✔ Salmon – Great for selling & rewards high XP.
✔ Swordfish – Extremely rare, gives diamonds when caught.

✔ Pro Tip: The heavier the fish, the higher the XP and rewards.

🦞 Lobsters & Ducks: Expanding Your Fishing Area

At higher levels, the Fishing Area allows you to catch Lobsters and Ducks, which are used to produce valuable products.

Lobsters (Unlock at Level 44)

✔ Use Lobster Traps in Lobster Pools to catch them.
✔ Cook Lobsters in the Lobster Pool to get Lobster Tails.
✔ Lobster Tails are used in high-profit recipes like Lobster Soup.

Ducks (Unlock at Level 50)

✔ Use Duck Traps in Duck Salon.
✔ Ducks give Feathers, which are used for Pillows and Clothing.
✔ Duck Feathers sell for high prices in the Roadside Shop.

✔ Pro Tip: Always keep Lobster & Duck Traps stocked to maximize earnings.

💰 Best Fishing Strategies for Maximum Rewards

1. Always Keep Lures Ready

✔ Craft lures in advance so you never run out when fishing events happen.

2. Use Better Lures for Rare Fish

✔ The Gold & Purple Lures are best for catching high-value fish.

3. Prioritize Lobsters & Ducks

✔ Their products sell for high coins and XP.

4. Use Nets to Catch Multiple Fish

✔ Mystery Nets can catch multiple fish at once, saving time.

5. Sell Excess Fish for Coins

✔ Extra fish can be sold in the Roadside Shop for quick profits.

🎯 Final Thoughts: Why Fishing Is Important in Hay Day

✔ Earn XP & Vouchers – Fishing is a great way to level up and get rare items.
✔ Unlock Valuable Products – Lobsters & Ducks bring high-profit goods.
✔ Fun & Relaxing – Fishing adds variety to the farm gameplay.

Mastering the Fishing Area will help you boost your farm’s earnings, unlock new recipes, and enjoy extra rewards. 🎣🏆