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Introduction

You can hunt goats and pigs in the Bendigo Conservation Area hunting block on the upper western slopes of the Dunstan Mountains to the southwest of Mt Moka.

Species

  • Goats
  • Pigs

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.

This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.

Seasonal restrictions

Before lighting a fire on public conservation land, check it's alright to light. Extinguish all fires before leaving huts and campsites. How to minimise the risk of fire.

Dog access

Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.

About this hunting block

Animals present are goats and pigs.

General information

This 1980 ha block lies on the upper western slopes of the Dunstan Mountains to the southwest of Mt Moka. This is an area of expansive high country tussock interspersed with boggy creeks and rocky outcrops.

The Bendigo Conservation Area block is restricted. You need to get a permit specifically for this block, from the DOC office.

Access

Access is off Thomson Gorge Road, accessed either from State Highway 8 at Lindis Crossing (23 km north of Cromwell), or from Matakanui near State Highway 85 at Omakau. The road through to the southern tip of the block is closed. This is because of damage on the 4WD road between Thomson Gorge Road turnoff and Mt Moka, motorised vehicles are currently unable to drive into the conservation area.

Bike and foot access is still possible.

No other access routes are available for vehicles.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CB13, CC13

Bendigo Conservation Area hunting block map (PDF, 1261K)

Know before you go

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.

Contacts

Kā Moana Haehae / Alexandra Office
Phone:   0800 275 362
Email:   alexandra@doc.govt.nz
Address:   43 Dunstan Road
Alexandra 9320
Postal Address:   PO Box 176
Alexandra 9340
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