About this hunting block

General information

This open hunting block encompasses the Waikino Forest, Waikino Forest Addition and the Waikare Historic Reserve.

These reserves cover a mixture of established and regenerating mixed kauri podocarp forest.

Northland brown kiwi are present in this area.

Phone reception is patchy in the Bay of Islands hunting blocks.

Access

Hunters must be aware of reserve boundaries and keep dogs under control. Seek landowner permission if accessing via private property.

Waikare Historic Reserve

Peninsula reserve boat access only. Launch from Opua Boat ramp, takes approx 15 min. Reserve is located approx 1 km NE of the Opua Wharf up the Waikare Inlet.

Waikino Forest

From Kawakawa turn onto Paihia Rd, 3.5 km down this road go over a single lane concrete bridge, then turn right into Waikare Rd, 6 km down this road take left hand turn onto Waikino Rd, follow 2.5 km to find the forest edge.

Topomaps

NZTopo50 map sheets: AV29 and AV30