About this hunting block

Opua Forest is a mixture of regenerating coastal forest and scrub intersected by steep gullies. Boundaries with neighbouring properties are not clearly defined, hunters must ensure they are aware of reserve boundaries and keep hunting dogs under control.

Northland brown kiwi are present in this area.

Phone reception is patchy in the Bay of Islands hunting blocks.

Bay Bush Action manage pests in Opua Forest using a variety of ways. For your safety, we recommend contacting them before hunting so you know what to avoid. Email: baybushaction@gmail.com

Bay Bush Action website.

Hunters are also advised to check the Pesticide Summary before hunting.

Access

Off State Highway 10 turn into Oramahoe Road, the forest edge is around 10 km down this road.

Off State Highway 1 turn off north of Kawakawa onto Whangae Road and follow for around 6 km. Turn right onto Oramahoe Road. The forest edge is around 2 km down this road.

From Kawakawa, follow Paihia Rd to Opua. At the Opua intersection turn into Oramahoe Road. The forest edge is around 3 km down this road.

Topo maps

NZTopo50 series: AV29 and AW29