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Tukituki

The dry fly fishing on the Tukituki is a major attraction during the heat of summer, as many hatches such as caddis bring on strong rises, especially early morning and late evening. Many of the spring creeks feeding the river also give great dry fly opportunities through most of the summer. Upstream of state highway 50 is closed during the winter season but can provide some excellent angling during the summer months. The river is generally quite small with crystal clear water in these upper reaches and can provide some challenging fishing in the small pools. Fish can be found right into the Ruahine Ranges, so some wilderness fishing can be experienced in the upper reaches of this river. The most popular methods for the Tukituki are dry fly and nymph fishing, however wet line is just as successful, especially during winter and when river levels are high. Spinning is also very productive and is a great way to get the kids or beginner angler involved.

‘Middle reaches of the Tukituki’