Cedar Lodges five-acre property is on the banks of the Makarora River on New Zealand's South Island and is bounded by the majestic Mt. Aspiring National Park. Established in 1979 by Dick and Robyn Fraser, it has set the standard for fly fishing in New Zealand ever since. The lodge has four guest rooms with private baths and an expansive lounge and dining area. In 2013 the lodge was purchased by Chris and Shauna Daughters from Eugene, Oregon. Eleven Angling is the current owner.

You will fish for both Rainbow and Browns in the streams around the lodge. In fact it is not unusual to see both species occupying the same pool or run. Almost all of Cedar's fishing requires angler and guide to stalk the fish, locate their target, carefully prepare for the presentation of the fly, and anxiously anticipate the strike. The fish average three to six pounds but some ten pounders have been caught as well.

After an ample breakfast, depart for fishing by helicopters, from the helipad located a few feet away. Streamside lunches are served amidst the rising mountainsides, spectacular waterfalls, and lush native beech forests. Cedar Lodge's fly-in helicopter concession affords anglers total mobility to the most remote waters, where the lack of other fishermen permits unencumbered angling and numerous fishing options.

The food is outstanding! Each evening meal is complemented with a selection of award winning New Zealand wines from their legendary wineries.