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About this hunting block
Animals present are red deer and chamois, in low to moderate numbers.
General information
This block takes in the Cameron and Stewart Creek catchments. The landscape varies between steep gorges (particularly in the lower Cameron) and bush slopes, river flats and steep tussock and rock.
This block is balloted for the ROAR period during the months of March and April.
Check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where you intend to hunt using the pesticide summary map West Coast pesticide map.
The use of shotguns, shotgun-rifle combos, .22 calibre and rim-fire firearms are prohibited on public conservation land unless stated otherwise.
Access
Access to the Cameron Valley is from the Haast Highway (SH6), 12 km northwest of Makarora township.
Map
NZTopo50 series: BZ13
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this block as it is part of Mount Aspiring National Park.
Huts
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park
Visitor Centre
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