Fish & Game Map of Fishing Spots

10 September 2025

New Access Mapping System

A new online mapping system has just been adopted by the Eastern Fish & Game Region (and several other regions). It is still in development, but is already a useful tool for finding fishing locations and the regulations that apply to that spot. The filter tool (top right of screen) enables users to focus on the access or fishing style they are interested in.

YOU CAN ACCESS THE MAP HERE

The map features:

* A short, tailored description for each access point

* Rivers and lakes (with regulations and descriptions) – in Auckland/Waikato, Northland and Eastern (for now) - an easy way to check where and how you can fish! The rivers and lakes will also change colour, so you can tell if they are open or closed.

* 1: 50k Topo and satellite imagery basemaps.

* Land ownership overlays, including unformed legal roads (paper roads), marginal strips, esplanade strips, esplanade reserves, hydro parcels, DOC estate and huts

* A direct link to Google Maps for quick navigation.

* Live location tracking.

* A search function so you can find that spot you may have heard whispered in hushed tones.

* A filter system – so you can hone in on what matters most to you

They’re still adding more detail, so we’d love to hear your feedback—get in touch with their office and let them know what would make it even better.

Create a shortcut to the map on your phone’s home screen for quick and easy reference.