Located in the Central North Island region
Read about Taupō Trout Fishery
Find out where to fish and learn how to fish to make the most of your Taupō trout trip. Know the rules for fishing around Lake Taupō , including what licence you need and where you can walk.
Find out about fishing with kids - there are many opportunities around the Taupō Trout Fishery to help get children started in fishing.
If you're an angler, read or subscribe to Taupō Fishery Focus newsletter or get up-to-date information and data from DOC fishery scientists.
These releases occur at the Rangipo, Poutu and Whakapapa power schemes. For dates see Tongariro Power Scheme recreational releases.
Motutaiko Island is 3.4 km off the shore of Lake Taupō. Access without the consent of the Motutaiko Island Trustees is forbidden - see maps and access.
If you see any illegal fishing activity, phone the Taupō Fishery duty ranger on +64 27 290 7758. This number can also be found on the back of your fishing licence. In the event of an emergency, call 111.
Turangi Office | |
Phone: | +64 7 384 7106 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | turangi@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
3 Town Centre Turangi 3334 |
Postal Address: |
Private Bag 2 Turangi 3353 |
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