CodKing Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Hi all, This Xmas I'm off to the deep south for a spot of fishing. I'm aiming for a few trout but would like to have a go at some salt water fishing. It will all be done from the shore and I'm not really restricted on where I can go so if anyone has had any experience I would love to hear how you got on. So far my fresh water destinations are Lake Wakatipu, then head south to Te Anau and Manapori ending up at Monowai. I would then look to head to the coast but I'm not to sure where or what. I've got all the gear, surf caster, heavy casting rod (always refered to it as a salmon rod), and plenty of light and super light gear. I look forward to any replies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
si_sphinx Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 I'm from Manapouri and I will be there over the Xmas New years Holidays. In Manapouri try walking out on the rocks right at the mouth of the Lower Waiau River where it leaves the lake. I fish there every xmas morning, there is the ocasional big Rainbow swimming through the shallows. And if you go down the river a little further past all the morings there is a creek running in over sand bars that is a good spot too. Lake TeAnau is good if you have a boat or you can fish in the upper Waiau River at Balloon Loop (Between TeAnau & Manapouri) for a nice Sized Brown Trout, They like Mice in this River (wheres the shhhhh smiley when you need it.... oh here it is)... Ive seen a big brown trout cut open with 5 mice in it before. Further Past the Control Gates on the Lower Waiau towards Monowai is good for Rainbows too. I also liked fishing off the coast in Riverton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey Posted December 13, 2011 Report Share Posted December 13, 2011 I have family down in Te Anau... and that area is fantastic to get out into the outdoors, I've spent many a summer holidays down there over the years. Good luck with the fishing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CodKing Posted December 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2011 Thanks for the tips! Fishing with mice, is this better in low light or is it something they will take during the daylight? I've seen it done but never had a go myself. Looking forward to it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
si_sphinx Posted December 13, 2011 Report Share Posted December 13, 2011 Try mice on dusk, When the real mice will be out in the trees overhanging the river looking for food. The big fish are sitting waiting for the food to drop into their mouths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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