This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Waipati is now an open hunting area
Waipati 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 Waipati Beach Scenic Reserve.
This is a coastal forest with a flat dune and swamp system behind the beach, and steeper terrain rising to 200 m from the river.
Access
There are three access points:
- 11 km southwest of Papatowai, turn left off the Chaslands Highway, onto Hukihuki Road. From the end of this road, you need landholder permission to cross the private forest before the hunting block boundary.
- 15 km southwest of Papatowai, turn left off the Chaslands Highway, onto Regan Road. From the end of this road, you need landholder permission to cross the private land before the hunting block boundary.
- Boat access from Waipati Beach.
Landholders
Mr P Shanks (Hukihuki Rd), Tautuku Blk X Sec 3C Trust (Cathedral Caves area), Glen Christie (Regan Road end)
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CG13
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. They must be kept on a lead near or on Waipati Beach. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Ōwaka Base
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