Doubtful Range hunting

Located in North Canterbury & Arthur’s Pass hunting in the Canterbury region

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Introduction

This hunting area covers the Doubtful Range between the Hope and Doubtful Rivers. Pigs, red deer and chamois are present in low to moderate numbers.

Species

  • Chamois
  • Deer - Red
  • Pigs

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.

This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.

Dog access

No dogs

About this hunting block

General information

This hunting area covers the Doubtful Range between the Hope and Doubtful Rivers. 
The terrain is moderate to steep. Vegetation is predominantly beech forest with some shrubland, tussock and open tops. Pigs, red deer and chamois are present in low to moderate numbers. This is a very popular tramping and hunting area and other hunters and trampers will be encountered. Take precautions and identify your target.

Access

Foot access to the area is via the walking track that starts at Windy Point on SH7, or via the Doubtful Track that starts approximately 500 metres downstream from the mouth of the Doubtful River.

Landholders

The access routes do not require landholder permission.

Maps

NZTopo50 maps BU22, BU23

Dogs

Dogs are not permitted in the Lake Sumner Forest Park as kiwi are present

Huts

Additional information

Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt. 

Contacts

Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:   +64 3 318 9211
Email:   arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz
Address:   104 West Coast Road
Arthur's Pass
Postal Address:   PO Box 51008
Arthur's Pass 7654
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