Mackley-Orikaka-Ngakawau hunting
Located in Buller hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
Hunt red deer, feral pigs and goats in this large area of hill country and elevated terraces. Chamois are uncommon.Species
- Deer - Red
- 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
General information
The Mackley-Orikaka-Ngakawau is a large area of hill country and elevated terraces that extends from Mt Rochfort and the Mt Williams Range east to New Creek and the Buller River, and north to Seddonville. The only large river system is the Mackley that flows into the Buller River near Rahui.
Further north the Ngakawau Basin is accessed from Seddonville. Forests are a mix of beech and podocarp with large areas of low stature forest and scrub in the upper reaches of the main rivers where the terrain is less hilly.
Access
This area can be approached from the Denniston plateau by gravel road that ends at the Mackley River or from the east along a transmission service line road from New Creek (Iron Bridge). This latter road crosses private land.
It is possible to 4WD the entire road length however the Mackley River crossing is difficult and should not be attempted when water levels are above normal. You can also access the Cascade Creek area off the Mt Rochfort road.
The Ngakawau basin can be accessed from Seddonville following the Charming Creek road then veering east along rough forest roads for a few kilometres. Alternatively, hunters can cross the Buller River by boat at many points.
Landholders
There is no private land within this area except at the New Creek access.
Maps
Topo50 maps BR21, BS21.
Dogs
Dogs are prohibited in all areas except where authorisation has been granted by DOC. People wishing to take a dog into this area should seek authorisation from the local DOC office.
Huts
There are no huts in the area.
Hunting
- Red deer can be found throughout the area at any time of the year.
- Chamois are uncommon.
- Possums are controlled by AHB in parts of the area.
- Feral pigs and goats can be found throughout most of the area.
Additional information
Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.
The use of shotguns, shotgun-rifle combos, .22 calibre and rim-fire firearms is prohibited on public conservation land unless stated otherwise.
Contacts
Kawatiri / Westport Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | paparoavc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
Russell Street Westport 7825 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 357 Westport 7866 |
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