Recreational hunting in Nelson/Marlborough (PDF, 53K)
Map of Nelson/Marlborough (PDF, 83K)
Possums (PDF, 61K)
Pigs (PDF, 62K)
Goats (PDF, 61K)
Chamois (PDF, 66K)
Red deer (PDF, 52K)
Fallow deer (PDF, 53K)
Hunting - all regions
This track, in the heart of Kahurangi National Park, gives a true backcountry experience for trampers, hunters and fishers.
On this flat loop track you can enjoy the richness of the estuary, which many birds and specialised plants have made their home.
This challenging trip above the bushline in Mt Richmond Forest Park offers outstanding views over the Waimea Plans and the Inland Kaikoura Ranges.
It’s a 4-6 day moderately difficult tramp along the Wangapeka Track in Kahurangi National Park.
Walk through the forest with a mixture of podocarp, broadleaf and beech trees, and explore the river terraces left by the Pelorus River over thousands of years.
The 27-km Nydia Track in the Marlborough Sounds is an easy 2-day tramp. Plan on an overnight stop at Nydia Bay.
The Pelorus Track in Mt Richmond Forest Park offers walkers 3-4 days of hard tramping through forest and along the river.
Isolated Hill Scenic Reserve is typical South Marlborough: rugged bluffs and steep, dry hills drained by stony rivers.
Kayaking is a popular activity in the Abel Tasman Coast Track area.
Inland Track travels through regenerating and undisturbed forest where tui, bellbirds and other wildlife can be seen. Occasional granite outcrops offer excellent views of the coast.
Eastern Marlborough is an area of rugged mountains and an equally rugged coastline. Find out about the recreational opportunities available in the area.
The Northbank of the Wairau River provides access to Mt Richmond Forest Park in the South Marlborough area.
Apart from walking the network of tracks off the Hanmer-Rainbow Road you can also go mountain biking, rafting, hunting and fishing or take a guided tour.
Learn about the tracks and walks and other recreation opportunities in the Marlborough Sounds.
Ka Whata Tu O Rakihouia Clarence offers excellent recreation opportunities for trampers making the walk over the range to Warden Hut. Horse riders, mountain bikers and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts will find their Clarence experience hard to beat.
Find out things you can do in the Mt Fyffe and Seaward Kaikoura Range area.
Parks and recreation - all regions