A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
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 block is in the headwaters of Big Creek between Milton and the coast.
It is rolling country with some steep gullies and a mixture of rata, podocarp and kamahi forest.
Access
Access is east of Milton, via Glenledi Road then Big Bush Road. The road is suitable for all vehicles, although access through the forest may be locked at times.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CF15, CF16
Big Bush hunting block map (PDF, 1,500K)
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.
DOC Customer Service Centre
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Email: | dunedinoffice@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | Ōtepoti / Dunedin Office |