Kellys hunting block (#23)
Located in Stewart Island/Rakiura hunting in the Southland region
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Introduction
This coastal block in Rakiura National Park contains deer and possums.- Possum hunting: You need both a restricted hunting permit and a possum trapping permit for this block. Get a possum trapping permit by emailing stewartisland@doc.govt.nz
- Bookings required all year.
- Possum control operations – closures, partial closures, or caution periods may be in effect. Check this page for alerts.
Species
- Deer - Red
- Deer - White-tail
- Possums
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.
Dog access
About this hunting block
General information
Kellys is a coastal block in Rakiura National Park.
How to book restricted hunting blocks and apply for hunting permits.
Bookings are required and can be made up to 12 months in advance. Check availability of Stewart Island hunting blocks.
Request a booking online or contact Rakiura National Park Visitor Centre.
Access
Hunting blocks can be accessed by sea or air. You need to organise your own transport to and from the block. We recommend learning about transport options before you apply. Visit the Stewart Island website for more information.
Topo maps
NZTopo50 map sheets: CJ09 Mt. Allen, CJ10 Port Adventure
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed as this block is within a national park.
Huts
Kellys Hunters Hut
This hut is automatically booked as a part of the hunting block booking, provided there is not already a hut-only booking in place. A levy per person, per booking is required. Hunting permits will only be sent when relevant fees have been received.
Contacts
| Rakiura National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 219 0009 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | stewartisland@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
15 Main Road Oban 9818 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 3 Rakiura/Stewart Island 9846 |
| Full office details | |
