Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge) area hunting
Located in Hawke's Bay hunting in the Hawke’s Bay region
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Introduction
Tira Lodge is located in the central Kawekas in the area locally known as Venison Tops. The alpine tops adjacent to the hut provide access to a number of open grassed creek heads and small clearings.Species
- Deer - Red
- Deer - Sika
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
About this hunting block
Location
Venison Tops Hut/Tira Lodge is located in the central Kawekas in the area locally known as Venison Tops.
Access
The alpine tops adjacent to the hut provide access to a number of open grassed creek heads and small clearings. Creek heads are a common feature within the Venison Tops bush edge, and several are situated at the top of grassed gullies. Deer may be seen on the sub-alpine tops during early morning and late evening periods.
More adventurous hunting is available by moving down into the main rivers and streams which have moderate to steep beech forest covered terrain.
From the Ballard Saddle, hunters can access the upper Makino River or the Rocks Ahead catchment. South of the hut the track down to Rocks Ahead offers many hunting opportunities.
Making the best use of main tracks when planning a hunting adventure will help ensure a safe and easy return.
Dogs
Only registered, avian aversion certified hunting dogs, guide dogs, companion dogs (certified by the Top Dog Companion Trust) and dogs used for special services (including conservation management activities) are permitted in the park. All other dogs are banned.
Contacts
Ahuriri / Napier Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | napier@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
Level 2 Dunvegan House 215 Hastings Street Napier 4110 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 644 Napier 4140 |
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