Fishing is allowed in some parks but strictly prohibited in others, especially marine reserves.
There are 19 new marine protected areas in the Hauraki Gulf. Visit the Department of Conservation (DOC) website to check the boundary maps and what you can do in those areas.
Check the rules for each park before fishing. Follow all Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) fishing regulations regarding bag limits, size limits, and closed or restricted areas.
Fishing on the west coast can be dangerous and waves are unpredictable.
Always wear a lifejacket.
Read more about Anawhata, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.
Fishing is allowed at Ātiu Creek.
The headlands and rocky outcrops between Solomon's Bay and Mullet Creek offer the deepest water for surf casting.
Be careful near the water as the tidal currents are strong and dangerous.
Fishing is limited to the time around high tide because of the long mudflats that run out several hundred metres from the shoreline.
Read more about Ātiu Creek Regional Park.
The coast around Duder is very popular for fishing and collecting shellfish.
Read more about Duder Regional Park.
The wharf provides a good base for fishing, but avoid fishing when swimmers are using the area.
You can reach better fishing areas by boat from Glenfern.
Read more about Glenfern Sanctuary Regional Park.
Fishing on the west coast can be dangerous as waves are unpredictable.
Always wear a lifejacket.
Read more about Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.
You can fish for trout on the Wairoa River. Access the river through private land and past the Hūnua Falls.
Check details with angling clubs.
Read more about Hūnua Ranges Regional Park.
Fishing on the west coast can be dangerous as waves are unpredictable.
Always wear a lifejacket.
Read more about Karekare, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.
Fishing is prohibited to protect the Long Bay Okura Marine Reserve that runs along the entire coastline. Visit the DOC website to check the boundary maps and rules for the area.
Read more about Long Bay Regional Park.
New marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf are in place to protect, restore and enhance marine life.
The northern part of Mahurangi East's (Saddler Point) east coast is within the Kawau Bay high protection area. You cannot fish for recreation or take any seafood from this area. Visit the DOC website to check the boundary maps and rules for the area.
Read more about Mahurangi East Regional Park (Sadler Point).
Land-based fishing enthusiasts can try for kahawai and snapper from the rocky outcrops of Mahurangi.
You can fish on Pudding Island over the low tide, but take extreme care with incoming tides.
Read more about Mahurangi West Regional Park.
Take care when fishing off the rocks.
The powerful surf at Muriwai makes it dangerous to launch boats.
Read more about Muriwai Regional Park.
Fishing off the rocks can be dangerous as waves are unpredictable.
Always wear a lifejacket.
Read more about Piha, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.
New marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf are in place to protect, restore and enhance marine life.
Scandrett Regional Park is surrounded by the Kawau Bay high-protection area. You cannot fish for recreation or take any seafood from this area. Visit the DOC website to check the boundary maps and rules for the area.
Read more about Scandrett Regional Park.
Fishing is permitted and is a popular activity at Shakespear. At high tide, you can surf cast off Army Bay.
Set net bans are in place from 20 December to 31 March each year. Visit Set net fishing rules, restrictions and bans to learn more.
Read more about Shakespear Regional Park.
Tāpapakanga is an attractive coastal farm park. You can fish off the accessible, pōhutukawa-edged beach.
Read more about Tāpapakanga Regional Park.
Tāwharanui has some good fishing opportunities on the south coast.
The park is next to the Tāwharanui Marine Reserve. You must not:
Visit the DOC website to check the boundary maps and rules for the area.
Read more about Tāwharanui Regional Park.
This is a good spot for fishing.
Read more about Tawhitokino Regional Park.
Waitawa offers a range of fishing opportunities from the Waitawa Wharf, beaches and rocky headlands.
Read more about Waitawa Regional Park.
Land-based fishing enthusiasts can try for kahawai and snapper at the mouth of the Pūhoi River.
Read more about Wenderholm Regional Park.
The Whatipū area is a spectacular area of coastal dunes and wetlands.
Read more about Whatipū Regional Park.
