About this hunting block

Animals present are red deer and chamois, in low to moderate numbers.

General information

This block takes in the catchments of the Ore and Leven Streams, which flow parallel to and between the Blue and Young Rivers. The two valleys are steep sided but have extensive river flats and remnants (no longer maintained) of marked routes.

This block is balloted for the ROAR period during the months of March and April.

See Wanaka roar block system.

Access

Access is from the Blue Pools car park on the Haast Highway (SH6), 9 km northwest of Makarora township. From here the Blue-Young Link Track crosses the Makarora and Blue Rivers, and then reaches the Ore and Leven streams after about an hour.

There are no helicopter landing sites in this block. Access is by foot only.

Blue-Young Link Track

Maps

NZTopo50 series: BZ12, BZ13

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this block as it is part of Mount Aspiring National Park.

Pesticides

Check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where you intend to hunt using the pesticide summary map.

Firearms

The use of shotguns, shotgun-rifle combos, .22 calibre and rim-fire firearms are prohibited on public conservation land unless stated otherwise.

Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams

If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.

Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.

How to cross rivers safely

NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows