This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
No hunting from the Whanganui River between 1 October and 30 April.
About this hunting block
There are good numbers of red deer, fallow deer, pigs and goats in this area.
General
Medium terrain with regrowth bush, scrub and scattered clearings.
Access
Access is via Ruatiti Road and the Mangapurua Track (quad bike or side by side).
Access also possible via the Kaiwhakauka track (by foot).
Huts
There are no huts in area but there are numerous campsites.
Maps
NZ Topo50 – BH32 Tokirima, BH33 Retaruke, BJ32 Pipiriki
Dogs
To hunt with dogs, you need a separate permit. All dogs must be avian avoidance certified, and you must show their certificate at the Whanganui Office before getting the permit.
Additional information
No hunting from the Mangapurua or Kaiwhakauka Tracks or within 50 metres of them.
DOC Customer Service Centre
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | Whanganui Office |