Mt Benger
Located in Central Otago and The Remarkables hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
Red deer are present in the Mt Benger hunting block on the ridge top of Mt Benger overlooking the Roxburgh/Ettrick valley.Species
- Deer - Red
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
Red deer are present, but populations are highly mobile and tend to move on when disturbed.
General information
This 829 ha block lies on the ridge top of Mt Benger overlooking the Roxburgh/Ettrick valley. The area is mostly high tussock grassland plateau which can be very exposed in adverse conditions and fog can disorientate the unprepared.
Access
From SH 8 north of Ettrick, turn onto Dalmuir Road then Mt Benger Road which will take you to the hunting block boundary. Note this is a steep slippery track and 4WD is recommended.
Map information
NZTopo50 series: CD13
Mt Benger hunting block map (PDF, 869K)
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 |
| Full office details | |
