Lake Hauroko

Tucked into Southland, New Zealand, Lake Hauroko is a lake that fishes differently season to season. Spring brings fish into the shallows to spawn or feed on early baitfish; midsummer pushes them to cooler, deeper water; autumn turns them aggressive again as they pack on weight before winter. Anglers planning a trip to Lake Hauroko should check water temperature and recent weather — a sudden cold front can shut a lake like this down for a day.

Location

-46.0000, 167.3330 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Fishing Techniques

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lake Hauroko.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Lake Hauroko, make sure your licence covers Southland, 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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