Situated in the McLaren Falls Park 15 minutes drive from Tauranga, Lake McLaren is a picturesque lake located on the the eastern side of the Kaimai ranges. Surrounded by an abundance of native bush and wildlife, the calm waters make it a favourite spot for trout fishing and kayaking.
Take a picnic by the lake on a sunny day, or check out the McLaren Falls Waterfall Track where you can view the stunning waterfall and a spectacular glow work dell after dark.
There is a camping area located nearby if you wish to explore the area further.
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Set at in a picturesque park 10 minutes drive out of Tauranga is Lake McLaren. This spot offers year-round trout fishing in the lake and nearby Ruahihi Canal. Make sure you have a licence, which can be purchased from nearby Marshall's Animal Park or participating sports shops. Licences expire on September 30 each year. If the trout aren't biting there's also a beautiful glow worm walk to enjoy once the sun goes down.