Central North Island

Wild rainbow and brown trout are plentiful in the Taupo Trout Fishery.

Wild rainbow and brown trout are plentiful in the Taupo Trout Fishery

Map showing Central North Island region.

The Taupo Trout Fishery provides for exciting river and lake fishing all year round, and attracts anglers from all around the world seeking to test their skills against its wild rainbow and brown trout. 

Within a relatively small geographic area, anglers can enjoy all sorts of fishing styles depending on the time of the year and their angling skill.

Also, within the same area is a variety of landscapes - from fishing the strong currents and quiet pools of the Tongariro River, to summer boat fishing on Lake Taupo, or the complete solitude of Lake Otamangakau. 

The climate is temperate, and ranges from very warm summer temperatures to winter snowfalls. Be sure to come prepared, as cold weather is possible at any time of the year.

Location

The Taupo Fishery includes Lake Taupo and its catchment, the Waikato River down to Huka Falls, lakes Moawhango and Otamangakau, but not Lake Rotoaira.
 
 

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Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Alerts for Central North Island places

Contacts

Taupo-nui-a-Tia Area Office
Phone:   +64 7 384 7106
Fax:   +64 7 386 7086
Email:   tnat@doc.govt.nz
Address:   Turanga Place
Turangi 3334
Postal Address:   Private Bag 2
Turangi 3353