Murphy's Lodge

Murphy's Lodge is uniquely situated by one if not the best dry fly rivers for sighted brown trout in New Zealand. Within a short driving distance there are five other rainbow and brown trout rivers.

Tony Murphy is the Head Guide and his knowledge and expertise on the Eastland waterways is unequaled. Tony also specializes in remote trophy headwater guiding, a true 'wilderness experience and personally plans and guides all helicopter excursions

The Ruakituri River, which holds the largest river resident rainbow trout in New Zealand, can be can be fished while staying in the lodge's self contained cabin on the banks of the river.

Your hosts Frank and Pamela Murphy provide accommodation on Share Twin charged on a dinner /bed /breakfast and lunch basis. Single room occupancy is also available. The three guest rooms all have private facilities available. The three guest rooms all have private facilities.