A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
Fallow deer, pigs and goats are all present within this reserve.
General Information
Mixed podocarp forest and scrub with moderate to steep topography. Kiwi are known to be present.
Access
Access by boat from Lake Rotorangi.
Maps
NZtopo50 BK31
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.
Additional information
Maintained walkway at Patea dam, no huts, low visitor use.
DOC Customer Service Centre
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | Whanganui Office |