b'The western side of the Feature Coromandel provides goodThe mussel farms are popular fishing for big snapper. for anglers to fish and less than 10 minutes in the boat from the Waikawau ramp, so at the height of summer there can be over 300 boats launching a day!Winter is a great time to avoid the masses.Remember there are ramp fees.WHERE TO STAYIf you want a top place to stay, book a unit at Anglers Lodge at Amodeo Bay which is a short 20-minute drive north of Coromandel town.They have an impressive set up and with their own boat ramp in front, where they can help you launch your own boat using the camp tractor.They even have their own tackle shop with ice/bait also on hand if you need more during your stay.It is a great place to head with a crew of mates or family.They also have their own charter boat based on site, they can provide half day or full day trips for 36 anglers.Lodge owner Jen has advised the winter fishing has been really firing this year, with plenty of big snapper caught and mild weather windows to get people on the water.VisitBOAT FISHING ANGLERS LODGE, AMODEO Those looking to take their trailerBAY, COROMANDELboats have plenty of optionsFrom campsites, cabins, motel for fishing from the Firth andunits, and fishing charters.out further in deeper water off Coromandel town and up the coast. Phone: 07 866 8584The best ramps are Sugar Loaf/TeContact: info@anglers.co.nzKouma boat ramp, Jacks Point andanglers.co.nzWaikawau boat ramp.Sugar Loaf/Te Kouma is an all-tide access and about 8-9kms south of Coromandel township.Waikawau boat ramp is 30 minutes north of Thames where you launch on the concrete ramp into the river, which is dredged, and suitable for boats over 5m but for larger boats it is best to allow forAnglers Lodge not only provides comfortable an hour before or after low tide. cabins, but also campsites for tents and RVs.32FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE'