Friendly Bay
- Saltwater
- Bay
Friendly Bay
- Saltwater
- Bay
- Sq. miles
- 0.1
- Boat Ramps
- 0
- Access Points
- 0
- Species
- 4
Friendly Bay is a popular recreational saltwater area situated on the edge of Oamaru Harbour, south of Oamaru's main centre in the Waitaki District. This coastal bay serves as the eastern gateway to the Mackenzie Basin and provides excellent views of the Pacific Ocean, functioning as a focal point for local angling and community activities.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Friendly Bay and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Kahawai
Arripis trutta
Leatherjacket
Meuschenia scaber
Sevengill Shark
Notorynchus cepedianus
Yellow-eyed Mullet
Aldrichetta forsteri
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Friendly Bay. 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 Friendly Bay
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.
Otago licenses and regulations
No licenses or regulations available for Otago.
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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 Friendly Bay and check the marine forecast before you launch.
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