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Cardrona River

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The Cardrona River is a small, braided river flowing through the Cardrona Valley in Otago, New Zealand, originating in the Southern Alps and eventually joining the Clutha River/Mata-Au near Wanaka. It is characterized as a mountain stream in its upper reaches, with a gravel aquifer system underlying the Wanaka Basin. The river supports a mix of native and introduced fish species within a landscape that transitions from alpine headwaters to a broader valley.

Species & education

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Brown Trout

Brown Trout

Salmo trutta

Climbing Galaxias

Climbing Galaxias

Galaxias brevipinnis

New Zealand Longfin Eel

New Zealand Longfin Eel

Anguilla dieffenbachii

Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Cardrona 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.

The river can be broadly divided into two distinct sections. The upper section, accessible from the Crown Range road, is described as a tiny mountain stream. The lower river flows through the Cardrona Valley and features a braided, gravel-bed channel as it approaches its confluence with the Clutha River.

Know where you can legally fish on Cardrona River

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Otago licenses and regulations

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