Cozy Caravan Fishing Guide: Every Location and The Pink Outfit Unlocked

Last Updated on 10 February, 2026

Travelers in the whimsical world of Cozy Caravan often find themselves captivated by the sparkling waters of Harvestvale and the mysteries beneath the surface. You likely yearn to fill every page of your fishing notebook or perhaps you simply covet the exclusive pink fishing outfit from Mirella. This guide solves your collection problems by revealing the exact location of every fish and teaching you the perfect casting technique. We provide the essential knowledge you need to transform from a novice with a rod into a master angler.

🎮 Fun Fact: Cozy Caravan is developed by 5 Lives Studios, an Australian indie team based in Brisbane. This game marks a significant tonal shift for the studio. They previously developed Windbound (a survival adventure game) and Satellite Reign (a cyberpunk strategy game). Cozy Caravan moves away from combat and survival pressure to focus purely on relaxation and community.

Mastering the Mechanics: How to Fish

Fishing in Cozy Caravan requires observation and timing rather than strength. You begin by finding a suitable spot. You can fish by interacting with any water where you see three fish swimming. These shadows indicate an active area.

Controlling the Hook

You possess full control over your cast. When you throw your hook, you choose the initial direction. You also guide the hook while it travels through the air. A white “x” appears in the water to mark where your hook will land.

The Art of Patience

You must wait once your hook hits the water. Moving the hook by reeling it in can scare away the fish. Unsuccessful hooks also scare them. You should wait for the fish to approach the lure rather than chasing them.

The Perfect Strike

Success depends on your reaction to the water. When you will see the fish interact with the line, you must press the interact button to hook the fish specifically after the second splash. Then, you will see white water splash up at this exact moment. You must immediately start reeling in the fish once you hook it. The fish might get away if you hesitate.

💡 Pro Tip: You should pull the direction back towards your character while casting. This ensures the hook does not fly too far away from the fish.

Understanding Your Catch: Trash, Normal, and Special

You will pull three distinct types of items from the water. You must understand the difference between them to manage your inventory and complete your notebook.

Trash

You will sometimes reel in trash. You always take this trash out of the water. Do not view this as a failure. These items serve a purpose in the game ecosystem.

‘Normal’ Fish

These are the standard catches. You can use ‘normal’ fish in recipes. However, the game limits your catch. You can only catch one ‘normal’ fish per day for each fishing spot. You must release the second fish you catch if you stay in the same spot.

‘Special’ Fish

These are the prize catches for your collection. The game photographs these fish if they are the largest you have caught so far. You then release them back to the water.

💡 Pro Tip: You can give any trash you catch to Rumble or Hup at Sandystone Point in exchange for hearts.

Notebook Mechanics and Photography

Your notebook records your fishing journey. The game updates this record automatically based on your catches. The images in your notebook come from photographs of the ‘special’ fish you catch.

The system crops these photographs to a square section from the middle of the image. This means your notebook always displays a specific view of your prize. The game replaces the old photo if you catch a bigger fish of the same type. This ensures your notebook always features your most impressive specimen.

💡 Pro Tip: You should compare the images in your notebook to the fish images in this guide to figure out exactly which fish you are missing.

Complete Fish Location Directory

We have organized the following list by the order the fish appear in your notebook. You can use this directory to pinpoint exactly where to travel.

  1. Red Gillygreen: You will find this fish in Harvestvale. You can look for it specifically at Toffee Top Orchard or Whisperfalls Lookout.
  2. Glowfin Guppy: This fish inhabits various ponds and lakes.
  3. Ghost Fish: You must travel to the Bayside Area for this catch. Look in Lugo Lago Springs or Pebblewick.
  4. Dev Shark: This shark swims in the ocean.
  5. Jeremy: You can find Jeremy in the ocean waters around Clamberry.
  6. Platefish: The Platefish resides in rivers.
  7. Gumfish: You should head to Hershey’s Homestead to find the Gumfish.
  8. Prisim Trout: This trout swims in the waters of Spindle Way.
  9. Galaxy-Eyed Gazerfish: You will find this fish at Whisperfalls Lookout.
  10. Brickfish: The Brickfish lives in Windyworth Fields.
  11. Fruitbat Fish: You can catch the Fruitbat Fish at Toffee Top Orchards.
  12. Petalled Dancer: This fish swims in Petalpot Glade.
  13. Crowned Emperor Fish: You catch this fish on Mirella’s Boat near Clamberry.
  14. Lone Shark: You will find the Lone Shark at Sandystone Point.
  15. Beach Puffer: The Beach Puffer inhabits the waters of Pebblewick.
  16. Lucky Carp: You must visit Candlewood National Park to catch the Lucky Carp.

🎮 Fun Fact: While the game looks 2D and painted, it actually utilizes a 3D environment with physics-based interactions. You can physically pick up, stack, and even throw items into your caravan. This adds a playful layer of chaos to the cozy organization, as items can wobble or tumble if not placed carefully..

The Crowned Emperor Fish and Mirella’s Boat

The Crowned Emperor Fish requires a specific approach. You cannot catch this fish from the shore. You’ll need access to deeper waters to find this rare specimen.

You must go to Clamberry to start this quest. You will find a character named Mirella there. She has a boat and will help you.

💡 Pro Tip: You must talk to Mirella in Clamberry and she will offer to take you out on her boat for a chance to catch this fish.

Rewards: The Pink Fishing Outfit

You earn a special reward for completing your collection. This gives you a tangible goal to work toward beyond just filling the notebook pages. The reward is a unique pink fishing outfit.

You must catch every type of fish listed in the directory to qualify for this reward. This includes everything from the Red Gillygreen to the Lucky Carp.

💡 Pro Tip: You must talk to Mirella again after catching each type of fish and she will give you the outfit as a reward.

Advanced Tips for the Aspiring Angler

You might need extra help if you are struggling with specific catches. We have gathered some advanced strategies to help you succeed.

Infinite Fishing

You can fish as many times as you want. A third fish will appear if you keep your catch. This allows you to continue fishing in the same spot.

Knowing When to Stop

You might struggle to find a specific ‘special’ fish. It may be better to give up after a few tries in this situation. You can try again another day to refresh your luck.

💡 Pro Tip: You can talk to Rough on the Westside of Pebblewick’s Beach for some tips if you are struggling to find ‘special’ fish.

Conclusion

You now possess the secrets required to track down every elusive creature from the Red Gillygreen to the Crowned Emperor Fish. The pink fishing outfit is finally within your reach as you apply these strategies to your daily adventures. Take this knowledge to the riverbanks and enjoy the satisfaction of a complete collection. The open road and bountiful waters await your expert cast.

🧠 Did You Know? The game officially launched into Early Access on May 16, 2024. The developers chose this route to involve the community in shaping the world, adding new regions, and refining the cozy mechanics based on player feedback.

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