Manorburn hunting
Located in Central Otago and The Remarkables hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
You can hunt pigs and red deer in the Manorburn hunting block located a few kilometres northwest of Lake Onslow.Species
- Deer - Red
- Pigs
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Seasonal restrictions
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Dog access
About this hunting block
Pigs and red deer are present, but populations are highly mobile and tend to move on when disturbed.
General information
This 2875 ha block is located on a broad plateau between the Clutha and Taieri river systems, a few kilometres northwest of Lake Onslow. The landscape is tussock grasslands, rolling gully systems and upland wetlands.
Access
There are two access points.
- The southwest corner, from Bridge Huts Road. Note this road is closed to vehicle access at the bridge over the Teviot River from the weekend after Queens Birthday to 30 September.
- The southeast corner, from the Lake Onslow Road, 2.5 km past the dam. Beyond this point, this road is closed from the weekend after Queens Birthday to 30 September.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CD14
Manorburn hunting block map (PDF, 938K)
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.
Help control wallabies in this area by reporting sightings
Wallabies can displace other species, affect pastures and native species' habitats.
They also potentially impact production and native ecosystems.
Report your sighting online – it only takes a few minutes.
You can also report wallaby sightings by calling 0800 80 99 66.
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 |
Full office details |