Howard - Murchison/St Arnaud Conservation Land/Reserves hunting
Located in Nelson Lakes hunting in the Nelson/Tasman region
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Introduction
The Howard area has moderate deer numbers throughout and the odd pig may be encountered now and then. The occasional chamois has also been spotted passing through.Species
- Chamois
- Deer - Red
- 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
General information
The Howard Conservation area is located between State Highway 63 (St Arnaud to Kawatiri) on the east, the Howard Valley Road to the north, and the Muntz Range on the west.
This area is predominantly mixed beech forest with some podocarps present at lower altitudes.
There are moderate deer numbers throughout and the odd pig may be encountered now and then. The occasional chamois has also been spotted passing through.
Access
Public access to the southern end of the block can be gained from the Sabine – Speargrass track which starts at the Mt Robert car park, and also from the Lake Rotoroa track via the Muntz Range.
Landholders
The block is bordered by private land on its northern and eastern sides. It is essential to contact landowners before crossing any private land.
Map information
NZTopo50 BR24 & BS24
Dogs
Hunting dogs are allowed by permit only for day hunting (not overnight) within the area. Dog permits are available from the local DOC office.
Hut information
Speargrass Hut is situated at the very southern end of the block
About Teetotal sighting-in range
Teetotal sighting-in range is located off Teetotal Road in the Teetotal Recreation Area approximately 3.3km northwest of St. Arnaud.
Hunters can safely check their rifle sightings at the Teetotal sighting-in range facility before heading into nearby parks and conservation land to hunt.
To use the sighting-in range you must have a Teetotal sighting-in range permit, or be under the supervision of a Range Officer. This is a legal requirement under the Arms Act 1983 from 1 July 2023.
Contacts
| Rotoiti / Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 521 1806 |
| Email: | nelsonlakesvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
View Road St Arnaud |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 55 St Arnaud 7053 |
| Full office details | |
