Scone tahr hunting area
Located in Franz Josef hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This area is open year round with helicopter access available all year. Popular spot due to helicopter access though steep terrain.Species
- Tahr
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
General information
This site in the Perth Valley is open year round.
Access information
Helicopter access: Available all year
Road access point: Whataroa road end
Foot access: 6-10 hours walk from road end
Site specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BW17
Additional species: Chamois and red deer
Notes
Popular spot due to helicopter access. Steep terrain. Tahr frequently scrub dwellers. Highest numbers on the true right of Scone Creek and on the true left of the Perth River between Scone Hut and Five Finger Stream. Good numbers of chamois also present and deer lower down the valley. Deer also frequent Elizabeth - Julie Mary Streams December - March.
Hut information
Hut tickets or backcountry hut passes are required and available from most DOC offices and other outlets. Contact DOC for details.
Pesticide summaries
Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.
Contacts
| Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 752 0360 |
| westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |
