Boat Ramp Reviews

Check out our summary of New Zealand boat ramps, with details on the best times and conditions to use them and any tips for a hassle-free launch.

 

Raglan Ramp Review
June 2023

Raglan's main ramp is about to undergo a major upgrade.... Read More >

Havelock Ramp Review
April 2023

Havelock boat ramp, the gateway to Pelorus Sound, is reviewed... Read More >

Te Kouma Boat Ramp Review
January 2023

Te Kouma's Sugarloaf boat ramp is reviewed... Read More >

Manu Bay Ramp Review
December 2022

Grant Dixon reviews the Manu Bay boat ramp in Raglan... Read More >

Port Tarakohe Ramp Review
November 2022

A review of the boat ramp at Port Tarakohe - Golden Bay's Gateway... Read More >

Whanganui Boat Ramp
September 2022

The Whanganui Manawatu recreational fishery is one of the ‘hidden gems’ that can be found around our coastline.... Read More >

Nelson Boat Ramp Review
May 2022

The top of the South Island is fortunate to have several access points to some amazing fishing and boating activities as good as anywhere in New... Read More >

Houhora Boat Ramp Review
February 2022

One of the major gateways to access the great fishing in the Far North is via the Houhora boat ramp.... Read More >

Opua Ramp Review
December 2021

Being part of the Opua marina, this boat ramp is adjacent to a wide range of services, and is one of the better gateways to the... Read More >

One Tree Point Ramp Review
September 2021

Grant Dixon reviews the One Tree Point boat ramp in Whangarei Harbour, and also shares a few fishing spots that are easily accessible from the ramp.... Read More >

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    Tauranga Fishing Report - 28/05/26

    Tarakihi on the bite Trips are few and far between at this time of year,... Read More >

    28 May 2026
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    Canterbury Fishing Report - 28/05/26

    Fresh and salt turning it on! It is not very often I get to say... Read More >

    28 May 2026
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    Bay of Islands Fishing Report - 28/05/26

    Lures paying dividends We finally had a break in the SE winds that have been... Read More >

    28 May 2026
    Saltwater Fishing Reports
    Manukau/West Coast Fishing Report - 28/05/26

    Snapper and gurnard in the harbour The weather has finally taken a turn for the... Read More >

    28 May 2026

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