Whangaruru Harbour

Saltwater
Harbor

Whangaruru Harbour

Saltwater
Harbor

Sq. miles: 4.9
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 8

Whangaruru Harbour is a remote and sheltered coastal harbour on Northland's east coast, renowned for its scenic beauty and productive inshore fishing. The harbour features a deep-water entrance flanked by several outlying islands, which provide protection from ocean swells, creating calm and clear waters ideal for a variety of water activities. The surrounding landscape is characterized by dense native forests, historic pā sites, and small coastal communities. The harbour serves as a popular sheltered anchorage for yachts and is a known area for dolphin and orca sightings. Its combination of sheltered inner waters and proximity to offshore structure makes it a versatile fishing destination.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Whangaruru Harbour and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Bronze Whaler

Carcharhinus brachyurus

Grey Mullet

Mugil cephalus

Kahawai

Arripis trutta

Piper

Hyporhamphus ihi

Rig

Mustelus lenticulatus

Snapper

Chrysophrys auratus

Striped Marlin

Kajikia audax

Trevally

Pseudocaranx georgianus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Whangaruru Harbour. 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Whangaruru Harbour

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 Whangaruru Harbour 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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Download the map around Whangaruru Harbour to use it offline when coverage drops.
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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Whangaruru Harbour and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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