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Introduction

Goats and occasionally pigs can be found in Okahukura Scenic Reserve which is located about 10 kilometres north of Taumarunui.

Species

  • Goats
  • 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

Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.

About this hunting block

Goats and the occasional pig can be found within this reserve.

General information

Permits are available online as 'Taumarunui Reserves' under the Central North Island hunting block.

The reserve comprises two separate sections of bush. The larger is a steep valley of tawa forest, the smaller is a steep hillside of tawa forest with dense stands of podocarps on the river terrace.

Access

From State Highway 4, turn onto Okahukura Saddle Road north of Taumarunui. The reserve is accessed directly off Okahukura Saddle Road.

Map information

NZtopo50 BG33

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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