Manuherikia River

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 7

The Manuherikia River is a significant and popular trout fishery in Central Otago, flowing through the historic gold mining region near Alexandra. It ranks among the most fished rivers in the Otago region, following only the Clutha and Taieri rivers in popularity. The river supports a healthy population of brown trout, with some rainbow trout also present, and offers anglers a mix of accessible water and scenic, remote stretches.

Species & education

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

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Alpine Galaxias

Galaxias paucispondylus

Brook Trout

Salvelinus fontinalis

Brown Trout

Salmo trutta

Climbing Galaxias

Galaxias brevipinnis

European Perch

Perca fluviatilis

New Zealand Longfin Eel

Anguilla dieffenbachii

Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Manuherikia 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.

Alexandra Holiday Park

Campsite

Omakau

Campsite

Know where you can legally fish on Manuherikia 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.

Otago licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Otago.

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