Dog access on conservation land

Hunting

See also:

North Auckland hunting

Dogs are not allowed on DOC managed land on Great Barrier Island. However, hunting dogs are allowed in some areas by permit only.

Hunting dogs are not permitted on any other areas managed by DOC in the Auckland region.

For more information, or to apply for a permit to take a dog hunting on Great Barrier Island, contact:

Warkworth Great Barrier Island Area Office
Phone: +64 9 425 7812
Email: warkworth@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

or the:

Great Barrier Island Field Centre
Phone: +64 9 429 0044
Email: greatbarrier@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

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Publications

Planning a trip in the backcountry? (PDF, 668K)

Weather

Weather information

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Where can I walk my dog?

Stop the spread of didymo

Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

View a list of DOC Visitor Centres
Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai