Top 5 Fishing Spots for People without a Boat
by Jaeyvelyn Ogayan
Jaeyvelyn (or JV for short) is a visitor consultant at the Tauranga
i-SITE. Originally from the Philippines, JV and her family are keen
karaoke singers. In her spare time, she reels in fun and interesting
things to do with her husband and two kids.
Pukehina Beach Surf Casting - You’ll be surprised at what you can
find at the beach from Snapper to crabs. Best of all, Pekehina is such a
long beach that you have ample space to cast a line.
Kaituna Falls Scenic Reserve Maketu - Surf cast from the beach end
or try the harbour where you can snap up a lot of herring and, if you’re
lucky, you just might score a Kawhai!
Thornton Beach Whakatane - You’ll find a popular spot for catching
whitebait to one side of this harbour while the other side offers a
convenient wharf to reel in a catch.
Moturiki Island - Fish off the island’s rocks but be careful of
high tides and waves that could through you off balance. Best to follow
the locals in choosing a secure fishing spot on Moturiki.
Bowentown Beach - This white sandy beach stretches for 8km from
Bowentown to Waihi Beach. Either surf cast along the beach or fish
inside Tauranga harbour beyond the Bowentown entrance.
