Lake Roxburgh

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Lake Roxburgh is a diverse and productive fishery located in the Otago region of New Zealand's South Island, formed by the Roxburgh Dam on the Clutha River. Set against a backdrop of magnificent mountains and rich gold mining history, this lake offers anglers an exceptional variety of target species in a stunning high country setting. The lake is open to fishing year-round, making it one of the more accessible and versatile destinations in the region, drawing both local and visiting anglers throughout all seasons.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Lake Roxburgh and what's needed to catch them.

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Roxburgh. 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 lake's varied structure provides numerous productive areas. The confluence zones where tributary streams and the Clutha River enter the lake are particularly attractive to both trout and salmon, especially during the salmon run. Deeper sections of the lake are well-suited to trolling, while shallower margins and inflow areas offer excellent opportunities for fly and spin fishing. The lake's position in the Otago high country means it benefits from the productive waters of the broader Clutha River system.

Know where you can legally fish on Lake Roxburgh

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.

Take Lake Roxburgh 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.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Lake Roxburgh to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Roxburgh to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.