Sunset fishing, Waitahanui river mouth

Taupō Trout Fishery

Introduction

The Taupō Trout Fishery has an international reputation for excellent fishing all year round. Wild rainbow and brown trout thrive in crystal clear rivers and lakes, set within a beautiful volcanic landscape.

    Partners

    A licence is required to fish in the Lake Taupō district. Licences are valid from 1 July to 30 June each year. Buy a Taupō fishing licence

    See map of Taupō Fishing District and summary of regulations (PDF, 1,917K)

    Photo competition winner

    Hamish Timmins is the overall winner of this year’s DOC Taupo fishery photo competition. The photo captures the excitement of a mother and son, each holding a rainbow trout.

    Education

    Visit the Tongariro National Trout Centre and see the freshwater museum, aquarium, hatchery and fishing library, feed wild trout or attend a kids fishing day.

    The Taupō for Tomorrow programme is a practical way to learn about sustainability, freshwater environments, trout ecology and fly-fishing.

    Newsletters

    Subscribe to Taupō Fishery Focus, our bi-monthly newsletter. Catch up on previous editions you may have missed.

    Dip into the archive and read old copies of Target Taupō (1989-2015).

    Social media

    Visit Taupō Trout Fishery on Facebook for all the latest news. 

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