Arapaoa River

Flowing through Northland, New Zealand, Arapaoa River is a river that suits anglers willing to walk a bank. Most fish at Arapaoa River hold in identifiable lies — the same eddies, drop-offs, and shaded undercuts produce trip after trip. After heavy rain, Arapaoa River can colour up and rise quickly; that's often when bigger predators come out to feed, but wading conditions get dangerous.

Location

-36.1789, 174.2536 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Australasian snapper

Fishing Techniques

• For Australasian snapper

  Use berley (chum) to attract snapper to your fishing spot and hold them there, increasing your chances of a successful catch.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Arapaoa River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Arapaoa River, make sure your licence covers Northland, New Zealand and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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