bay of islands Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for bay of islands in New Zealand
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 Jasminwent out on 24th May, same kinda weather with a bit of rain. didn’t catch anything worth writing home about, just a few little guys. but I love being on the water, even when it’s slow. looking forward to better luck next time!
Report #2
👤 Ben23rd May was a bit rough, patchy rain and gusty winds. we hit the bay but didn’t have much luck. only got one tiny snapper. still, it was nice being out there, even if the fish didn’t wanna play. guess that's fishing!
Report #3
👤 Emma17th May, was partly cloudy and a bit chilly but still went out with dad. didn’t catch much tho, only a couple of baby kahawai. tried different lures but they weren't biting. at least we had hot coffee to keep us warm while we waited
Report #4
👤 Liam12th May was cold and overcast, but we still hit the bay. managed to catch a couple of small snapper, nothing big but we had fun. brought my new rod out, a soft action one, felt real nice casting. started to get chilly tho so we packed it in early
Report #5
👤 Markout on the water 1st May. wow, heavy rain came down! we got soaked but the fish were biting. landed 3 good sized trevally, best one was at 6 lbs. using my trusty old popper worked like a charm! even the crazy weather couldn’t stop us
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at bay of islands are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Focus on areas where fresh water meets salt water
Use live or fresh bait for best results in bay fishing
Fish around structure like docks, pilings, and oyster beds
Pay attention to tidal movements and wind direction