Hokitika Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Hokitika Beach

Saltwater
Beach

Sq. miles: 1.1
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 2

Hokitika Beach is a long, wild stretch of coastline on New Zealand's West Coast, facing the Tasman Sea. Characterized by its dramatic driftwood-laced shoreline and breathtaking sunsets, the beach offers a raw and scenic environment for shore-based angling. The beach is readily accessible from the town of Hokitika, which sits nestled between the sea and the Southern Alps, providing a unique backdrop for fishing adventures.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Hokitika Beach and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Elephant Fish

Callorhinchus milii

Rig

Mustelus lenticulatus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Hokitika Beach. 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 Hokitika Beach

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.

West Coast licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for West Coast.

Take Hokitika Beach 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 Hokitika Beach to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Hokitika Beach to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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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 Hokitika Beach and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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