Kaihu River

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 4

The Kaihu River flows through Northland, with State Highway 12 running alongside much of its course. The most appealing fishing is generally found in the upper sections of the river, which are accessible from the highway.

Species & education

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

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Common Smelt

Retropinna retropinna

New Zealand Longfin Eel

Anguilla dieffenbachii

Puye

Galaxias maculatus

Short-finned Eel

Anguilla australis

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Kaihu 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.

Dargaville NZMCA Park

Campsite

Kauri Coast Top 10 Holiday Park

Campsite

Know where you can legally fish on Kaihu 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.

Northland licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Northland.

Take Kaihu River with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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