This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Kaihiku is now an open hunting area
Kaihiku was previously covered by restricted hunting permits. On 15 May 2026 the hunting area was moved into the open area hunting permit. All permits issued from 15 May 2026 will include details for this hunting area.
Active open hunting permits issued before 15 May 2026 that include the Lower South Island region will not show details for this hunting area, but hunting is authorised for the hunting area under these permits. See the special conditions that apply to hunting in this hunting area.
About this hunting block
Animals present are red deer and pigs.
General information
This block has two portions, both part of the Catlins Conservation Park. The southern portion is bush covered and the northern is a significant area of red tussock.
Access
Access to the southern portion is via State Highway One west of Balclutha, left onto Jacks Hill Road and then onto Glenfalloch Road. The road to the red tussock reserve is suitable for 4WD only, and permission must be obtained from the landholder.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CF14
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Ōwaka Base
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