Peel Forest Scenic Reserve hunting
Located in Mid & South Canterbury hunting in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
22 km from Geraldine the reserve is mainly regenerating podocarp forest with alpine herbs, shrubs and tussock above the bush-line.Species
- Chamois
- Deer - Red
- Pigs
- Tahr
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Seasonal restrictions
No hunting in Peel Forest Scenic Reserve from 1 October to 30 April (Easter and Anzac weekends included).
Dog access
About this hunting block
Restricted hunting
No hunting in Peel Forest Scenic Reserve from 1 October to 30 April (inclusive of Easter and Anzac weekends).
To minimise impacts on other recreational users and residents at Blandswood, a no hunting zone applies at all times – see map below for details.
General information
At lower elevations the reserve is mainly regenerating podocarp forest while above the bush-line the vegetation changes to alpine herbs, shrubs and tussock.
The highest point on the boundary of the reserve is Little Mount Peel / Huatekerekere at 1311 m. The hunting area within the reserve covers approximately 548 hectares.
Access
This block is 22 km from Geraldine. Follow Main North Road (SH 79) for 8 km. Turn left just after the Orari Bridge onto Arundel Bridge Highway. After 3 km take the second left onto Coopers Creek Peel Forest Road and follow this road for 13 km to Peel Forest. Tracks are marked from Blandswood and Te Wanahu Flat.
Helicopter landings will not be approved.
Topo map
NZTopo50 map sheet: BY19 Arundel
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted.
Huts
There are no huts available in this hunting block.
Additional information
Check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where you intend to hunt.
Contacts
Raukapuka / Geraldine Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Email: | info@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
13 – 15 North Terrace Geraldine 7930 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 33 Geraldine 7956 |
Full office details |