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Mangahao River

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Species
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The Mangahao River is an attractive back-country river in the Manawatū-Whanganui region, known for its generally clear waters and a smallish population of large trout. This clarity makes for excellent sight fishing opportunities, with trout that feed actively throughout the day. The river can respond quickly to rainfall, with flows falling back to fishable levels relatively fast after rain events, making it a reliable pick when other systems are high and discolored.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Mangahao River and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Brown Trout

Brown Trout

Salmo trutta

Dwarf Galaxias

Dwarf Galaxias

Galaxias divergens

European Perch

European Perch

Perca fluviatilis

New Zealand Longfin Eel

New Zealand Longfin Eel

Anguilla dieffenbachii

Short-finned Eel

Short-finned Eel

Anguilla australis

Shortjawed Kokopu

Shortjawed Kokopu

Galaxias postvectis

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Mangahao River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Mangahao Flats Hut

Lodging

Know where you can legally fish on Mangahao River

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Manawatū Whanganui licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Manawatū Whanganui.

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