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World-class trouphy trout fishing in a stunning natural environment.

Rotorua fly fishing guide Julian Danby showcases the best fishing locations found in the Rotorua Lakes District. 

Experience some of New Zealand's best trout fishing with Rotorua fly fishing guide, Ollie Bassett, the current three-time New Zealand National Fly-Fishing Champion (2024, 2025 & 2026).

Boyes Beach is one of the largest beaches on Lake Ōkāreka and a great attraction during the warmer months, and popular for swimming, fishing and picnicking.

Some of the best fishing the Central North Island offers is accessed from Rotorua.

Eastern Fish & Game manages the trout fishery of the region including the world-famous Rotorua lakes.

A popular location for fishing, picnics and boat activities.

One of the smaller lakes in the Rotorua region, Lake Ōkāreka remains off the beaten path, tucked away off the main road accessing lakes Tikitapu and Tarawera.

The name Ōkataina means "the lake of laughter", a shortened form of the original name Te Moana-i-kataina-a-Te Rangitakaroro, which means "the ocean where Te Rangitakaroro laughed".

Camping, picnicking, swimming and boating are all popular recreational activities at Lake Rerewhakaaitu Recreational Reserve.