Pukepoto Ecological Area
Located in the Central North Island region
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Introduction
Hunt deer, goats and pigs in this area covered by mixed podocarp-broadleaved forest. The area has steep slopes around Maungaku Andesite Cone (981 m)Species
- Deer - Fallow
- Deer - Red
- Goats
- Pigs
Permit requirements
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
No huts in the area
Getting there
Access to the site is via the Tongariro Forest Conservation Area and crossing the Whanganui River with boat or wading or swimming. You can also access it through private land and private forestry block, which will require separate permission/permits.
Tongariro Forest Conservation Area information.
Private land
Private land to the north and east. To the south and west the reserve lies adjacent to Tongariro Conservation Area (CN60042), separated by the Whanganui River.
Maps
NZ Topo: S19 296 443
Contacts
| Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 7 892 3729 |
| tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Whakapapa Village State Highway 48 Mount Ruapehu 3083 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |