Thursday 2 April 2015
Fishing Spots in and Around Auckland
If you’re an Aucklander, chances are you have gone on a fishing trip. Fishing is a popular and longstanding hobby for Auckland residents, with many great locations in and around the city. If you are thinking of coming to Auckland, and fishing is your main goal, then you need to have inside information on the best places to go.
Where to Fish around Auckland
Being a fishing enthusiast myself, I have tried to find different places in and around the city where you can find a quiet place, cast your line, and catch some amazing fish. For first timers, I would recommend the following fishing spots.
• Waitemata Harbor: Also known as Auckland Harbor, this forms the north and east coast along the Auckland peninsula. Despite being a central port, Waitemata has many points of access along the wharves and headlands. You have the opportunity to fish for strong young snappers here. Weekends are a good time to come here, as the ferries are not as frequent as during the week.
• City Suburbs: The harbor can be used as a starting point to travel to fishing areas close by. Coastal suburbs known as great fishing spots include the Herne Bay wharf, Tamaki Drive, and the Orakei wharf. Fishing enthusiasts will find the fish biting in these areas, and you can catch garfish and kingfish.
• South Auckland: The southern part of Auckland also has a variety of fishing hubs. The old Mangere Bridge off Manukau Harbor, as well as the Huia wharf are great attractions for young and old fishing enthusiasts. You will find various types of snapper, gurnard, and the coastal fish kahawai.
• Eastern Auckland: Besides the harbors and wharfs, Auckland also boasts of beaches that are sought after by recreational fisherman. Maraetai Beach and Duder’s Beach are among the well-known locales to set up your fishing line. Another favorite spot is Musick Point, located east of the Tamaki River. These three areas are rich with trevally, kingfish, snappers, and large kahawai.
• Kawakawa Bay: Kawakawa Bay is a place that will meet all the needs of rock fishing. By that, I mean a singular rock near the water, where a man can cast a line and pass hours at a time. Rock formations are found just off the main bay. Despite the kelp that is floating around in the water, you can have the opportunity to fish here. Flounder and king fish are known to swim through these waters.
These are some of my favorite fishing spots in and around Auckland. If you happen to visit any of these places any time soon, do reply to this post, telling me about your experiences.
Where to Fish around Auckland
Being a fishing enthusiast myself, I have tried to find different places in and around the city where you can find a quiet place, cast your line, and catch some amazing fish. For first timers, I would recommend the following fishing spots.
• Waitemata Harbor: Also known as Auckland Harbor, this forms the north and east coast along the Auckland peninsula. Despite being a central port, Waitemata has many points of access along the wharves and headlands. You have the opportunity to fish for strong young snappers here. Weekends are a good time to come here, as the ferries are not as frequent as during the week.
• City Suburbs: The harbor can be used as a starting point to travel to fishing areas close by. Coastal suburbs known as great fishing spots include the Herne Bay wharf, Tamaki Drive, and the Orakei wharf. Fishing enthusiasts will find the fish biting in these areas, and you can catch garfish and kingfish.
• South Auckland: The southern part of Auckland also has a variety of fishing hubs. The old Mangere Bridge off Manukau Harbor, as well as the Huia wharf are great attractions for young and old fishing enthusiasts. You will find various types of snapper, gurnard, and the coastal fish kahawai.
• Eastern Auckland: Besides the harbors and wharfs, Auckland also boasts of beaches that are sought after by recreational fisherman. Maraetai Beach and Duder’s Beach are among the well-known locales to set up your fishing line. Another favorite spot is Musick Point, located east of the Tamaki River. These three areas are rich with trevally, kingfish, snappers, and large kahawai.
• Kawakawa Bay: Kawakawa Bay is a place that will meet all the needs of rock fishing. By that, I mean a singular rock near the water, where a man can cast a line and pass hours at a time. Rock formations are found just off the main bay. Despite the kelp that is floating around in the water, you can have the opportunity to fish here. Flounder and king fish are known to swim through these waters.
These are some of my favorite fishing spots in and around Auckland. If you happen to visit any of these places any time soon, do reply to this post, telling me about your experiences.
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