Fishing in Palmerston North
The best fishing spots around Palmerston North, with tips, access and what to target.
Fishing in and around Palmerston North covers the Manawatū River trout fishery as it runs through the city and out to the coast, smaller tributaries and reservoirs in the surrounding hills, and the saltwater surfcasting beaches at Foxton and Himatangi about 40 minutes west. Trout dominate the freshwater scene, while surfcasters target snapper, kahawai, trevally and the occasional kingfish.
Browse all Palmerston North fishing spots below: