The Clue tahr hunting area
Located in South Westland hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This site is open year round.Species
- Tahr
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
About this hunting block
General information
This site is open year round.
Access information
Helicopter access: All year via landing site at Horace Walker Hut
Road access point: Karangarua
Foot access: Access is difficult, either allow at least 1 day from Cassel Flat (via Regina Creek and over Conical Hill saddle), or from helicopter landing site at Horace Walker Hut about 4-5 hours
Site specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BX14
Additional species: Chamois
Notes
Tahr mainly on the true left of Douglas River. Faces difficult to access, but lower creek beds give good access to tahr. Tahr often low in bush, down to the Douglas River but can also be high on steep faces. Chamois present throughout, but more common on true right of Douglas River.
Hut information
No huts at this site.
Pesticide summaries
Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.
Contacts
| Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 752 0360 |
| westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |
