Fishing near Whangarei, Northland

Whangarei sits at the top of Northland, New Zealand's northernmost region, with saltwater fishing as the dominant draw. The Whangarei Harbour, the Tutukaka Coast, and surrounding headlands put snapper, kingfish, kahawai, trevally, and John Dory within reach of shore-based and boat anglers alike. Freshwater options exist too — trout are established in Northland's rivers and reservoirs, including Whau Valley Reservoir near the city, in a fishery that surprises many visitors.