This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Table Hill is now an open hunting permit area
Table Hill 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.
General information
This block is part of the Table Hill Scenic Reserve. The terrain is moderate to steep, covered in mature native bush.
The popular Matai Falls Track runs through the south-eastern corner of the reserve, and hunters should stay at least 100 m away from this track.
There is a private lodge near the boundary at the top of the block. Be aware of visitors potentially in this area.
Access
Access is from the Owaka-Papatowai Highway or Puketiro Station Road, which branches off the highway 16 km from Owaka or 10 km from Papatowai.
Landholders
The landholder immediately bordering this block to the north and west is Mr W Burgess.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CG14
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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