Lucky hunting block (#6)

Located in Stewart Island/Rakiura hunting in the Southland region

Introduction

Hunt deer and possums in this coastal block in Rakiura National Park.

Highlights

  • 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

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.

This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit' which must be obtained from the DOC office managing the hunting area.

Dog access

No dogs

Brochures

About this hunting block

General information

Lucky 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 map

NZTopo50 map sheet: CH09 Mount Anglem/Hananui

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed as this block is within a national park.

Huts

There are no huts in this block - camp responsibily anywhere.

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
Postal Address:   PO Box 3
Rakiura/Stewart Island 9846
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