Opua Forest hunting
Located in Bay of Islands area hunting in the Northland region
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Introduction
Hunt pigs in the Opua Forest, a regenerating mixed kauri podocarp forest.Help stop kauri disease
- Stay away from kauri tree roots.
- Clean your footwear and gear before and after visiting kauri forest.
Species
- Pigs
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
About this hunting block
Opua Forest is a mixture of regenerating coastal forest and scrub intersected by steep gullies. Boundaries with neighbouring properties are not clearly defined.
Northland brown kiwi are present in this area.
Phone reception is patchy in the Bay of Islands hunting blocks.
Bay Bush Action manage pests in Opua Forest using a variety of ways. For your safety, we recommend contacting them before hunting so you know what to avoid. Email: baybushaction@gmail.com
Access
Off State Highway 10 turn into Oramahoe Road, the forest edge is around 10 km down this road.
Off State Highway 1 turn off north of Kawakawa onto Whangae Road and follow for around 6 km. Turn right onto Oramahoe Road. The forest edge is around 2 km down this road.
From Kawakawa, follow Paihia Rd to Opua. At the Opua intersection turn into Oramahoe Road. The forest edge is around 3 km down this road.
Dogs
In this area, dogs can only enter land managed by DOC if you have a permit for them. Permit restrictions:
- The number of dogs is limited to three per person.
- It is a requirement that all dogs have a current certification for kiwi/bird aversion training.
- Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
- Dogs are not permitted in DOC campgrounds.
How to get an avian (kiwi) aversion certificate.
Contact the local DOC office to apply for a permit.
Contacts
| Pewhairangi / Bay of Islands Office | |
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | bayofislands@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
34 Landing Road Kerikeri 0230 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 128 Kerikeri 0245 |
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