Kauaeranga block hunting
Located in Coromandel hunting in the Coromandel region
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Introduction
Pigs are present in the Kauaeranga block. Goats are also present in low numbers.Species
- Goats
- Pigs
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
Pigs are present in the Kauaeranga block. Goats are also present in low numbers.
General information
The Kauaeranga block encompasses the Waiomu Ecological Area, Te Tipi Ecological Area, Motutapere Ecological Area and the Kauaeranga High Use Recreational Area, totalling approximately 14,500 ha. The forest types comprise lowland/coastal to secondary manuka/kanuka forest, kauri forest and sub alpine scrub land. The terrain is undulating with sharp ridges and steep guts.
Access
The Kauaeranga block has multiple access points including the Waiomu Creek Road, Te Puru Stream Road, Tararu Creek Road, Waiotahi Road, Kauaeranga Valley Road, Kopu Hikuai Road and the Tapu Coroglen Road.
Landholders
All hunters are asked to respect the rights of private land owners and farmers and gain permission from the land owner/occupier should they intend to gain access to the block across private land.
Topo maps
NZTopo50 maps T11 and T12
Dogs
- The number of hunting dogs is limited to three per permittee.
- It is a requirement that all dogs in this block have current certification for kiwi/bird aversion training.
- Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
- Dogs are not permitted in DOC campgrounds.
Huts
Crosbies Hut – located on the loop track off the main range behind Thames it is a 4 to 6 hr walk from Thames or the Kauaeranga Valley. The hut has 10 bunks and a wood stove. Book hut accommodation online or through the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. Note: Dogs are not permitted in, under or around the hut environment.
Additional information
Beware of vertical mine shafts in this area.
Firearms are not permitted in the Kauaeranga High Use Recreational Area (KHURA) unless the hunter is using dogs, and then the firearm can only be used to dispatch bailed animals. See map attached to permit covering the KHURA.
Contacts
Hauraki Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | thames@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
3/366 Ngati Maru Highway (SH25) Thames 3500 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 343 Thames 3540 |
Full office details |