Kokaka & part Taheke Conservation Areas & Rotokahu & Retaruke Scenic Reserves hunting
Located in Whanganui District hunting in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
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Introduction
The steep terrain of Kokaka and Taheke Conservation Areas along with Rotokahu and Retaruke Scenic Reserves are home to kiwi and blue ducks. Red deer, fallow deer, pigs and goats are all hunted here.Species
- Deer - Fallow
- Deer - Red
- Goats
- Pigs
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
Red deer, fallow deer, pigs and goats are all present in these reserves.
Special restrictions: Carvers Block requires a special permit. These are only issued for one week at a time, Friday to Thursday.
General information
Permits are available online as 'Taumarunui Reserves' under the Central North Island hunting block.
The terrain in these areas is generally steep with numerous bluffs and gorges. Kiwi and blue ducks are present.
Access
Access is only available via unformed legal road or by helicopter. Access agreement from the landowner must be obtained through the private land from the formed road ends.
Map information
NZtopo50 BH33
Dogs
A separate permit is required to hunt with dogs. All dogs must be avian avoidance certified. Contact the local DOC office for details.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this reserve.
Contacts
| Whanganui Office | |
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
34-36 Taupo Quay Whanganui 4500 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 3016 Whanganui 4540 |
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