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Introduction

Pigs and goats are present within this reserve.

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

Red deer, pigs and goats are all present within this reserve.

General Information

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

Lowland forest with tawa and kamahi the dominant canopy species. The understorey consists of tree fern and bracken. The terrain is steep to very steep.

Access

From State Highway 4, turn onto Oio Road south of Owhango. Follow this road and then turn onto Pukeatua Road. The eastern end of the block is adjacent to the road.

Maps

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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