Regional Fishing Reports

Otago

Bevan Campbell front and Johnathan Tilley
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 9 March 2023

Changing seasons Cooler overnight lows and shorter days are bringing on the mayfly hatches, while rain showers through the week provided a welcome refresh for many low rivers.

  • Otago
  • 9/03/2023
Read More
rainbow trout allan Carpenter
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 2 March 2023

Weekend Refresh for the RiversWeekend rain across the region may hamper some plans, however, it will provide another well needed boost for our rivers.

  • Otago
  • 2/03/2023
Read More
Angus Borrell Poolburn
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 23 February 2023

Welcome rain across the region!Above: Angus Borrell of Wānaka stalking cruising brown trout in the shallows of Poolburn. Photo: Louella Donaldson.

  • Otago
  • 23/02/2023
Read More
AW02RLFeb20
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 16 February 2023

All aboardThere’s every reason to get out fishing in Otago this weekend. The weather looks fine and with the right tactics, there’s every chance of success.

  • Otago
  • 16/02/2023
Read More
IMG 20230204 WA0000
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 9 February 2023

Prospects up, temperatures downWith a heatwave thankfully behind us, rain and cooler air temperatures have lifted the fishing prospects this weekend.

  • Otago
  • 9/02/2023
Read More
IMG 7593 600w v2
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 2 February 2023

Gear up for the long weekendA heatwave for much of Otago may keep cicadas chirping heading into the long weekend but will push many fish down until late rain provides…

  • Otago
  • 2/02/2023
Read More
image000000
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 26 January 2023

Grab the rod, hat and sunblockThe weekend is shaping up to be a scorcher across much of Otago. But you’ll need to keep a cool head to find fish.

  • Otago
  • 26/01/2023
Read More
Thomas Larrie With salmon Hawea 2023
Otago Weekly Fishing Report - 19 January 2023

Fisheries looking for cool reliefWarm temperatures have been affecting where the fish may be found but forecast rain on Friday could bring some temporary relief and “reset” rivers and lake…

  • Otago
  • 19/01/2023
Read More