Lake Te Anau

Boat Ramps: 4
Access Points: 0
Species: 0

Nestled in the southwestern corner of New Zealand's South Island, Lake Te Anau is the largest lake in the Southland region and the second-largest by surface area in the country. This expansive body of water, covering 344 square kilometers, is a premier freshwater fishing destination renowned for its scenic beauty and healthy fish populations. The lake's eastern shore provides the primary access for anglers, featuring boat ramps and shoreline fishing opportunities.

Species & education

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

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Te Anau. 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 Lake Te Anau

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.

Southland licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Southland.

Take Lake Te Anau 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 Te Anau to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Te Anau 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.