Pigeon Bush hunting
Located in Coastal Otago north of the Catlins hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
Pigs and red deer are present in the Pigeon Bush hunting block.Species
- Deer - Red
- Pigs
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
About this hunting block
Animals present are pigs and red deer.
General information
This block is part of the Pigeon Bush Scenic Reserve, situated southwest of Hampden.
A significant amount of kānuka covers the area, while some broadleaf and podocarp is present in the gullies with a small area of tussock on the tops.
Access
Access is via Bagdad Road from Hampden. The road is suitable for all vehicles to the second gate; from here 4WD is recommended to reach the car park area just before the locked forestry gate.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CC18, CD18
Pigeon Bush hunting block map (PDF, 1,567K)
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
| Ōtepoti / Dunedin Office | |
| Phone: | 03 477 0677 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | dunedinoffice@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Level 1 John Wickliffe House 265 Princes Street Dunedin 9016 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 5244 Dunedin 9054 |
| Full office details | |
