Snow-capped peaks near Lake Sumner
Image: Dave Quested | ©

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Introduction

Remote high-country lakes, beech-clad mountains, wide rivers and hot springs complete this picturesque landscape, a tramper’s mecca and a safe haven for endangered species.

Find things to do and places to stay Lake Sumner Forest Park

Brown trout are the most common fish in the rivers and lakes, although quinnat salmon are also caught.

Lake Sumner offers good fishing, both from a boat and from the shore. Lake Taylor is good for spin-fishing, with the southern end being sheltered in a nor’wester or you can fly fish the edges on a windless day.

The seasons for fishing on Lakes Taylor and Sumner, Loch Katrine and the Hurunui, and the Hope and Nina rivers vary. The seasons and regulations are detailed in the latest Fish and Game Sports Fishing Regulations, provided when you purchase a fishing licence from fishing or outdoor sports shops, Fish and Game council offices and information or visitor centres.

Contacts

Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre
Phone +64 3 318 9211
Email arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz
Address 104 West Coast Road
Arthur's Pass 7654
Hours Visitor centre hours and services
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