Russell Forest hunting
Located in Whangārei area hunting in the Northland region
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Introduction
Located near the east coast between Bay of Islands and Whangārei, Russell Forest is the largest tract of forest in the Whangārei area. Russell provides hunting for goats and pigs in dry kauri forest, hardwood and old growth shrubland.Species
- Goats
- 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
Animals present are pigs and goats.
General information
Fire is a high to moderate risk in Northland all year – light no fires.
Located near the east coast between Bay of Islands and Whangārei, Russell Forest is the largest tract of forest in the Whangārei area. Russell provides hunting for goats and pigs in dry kauri forest, hardwood and old-growth shrubland.
Access
Legal public access is available from the Ngaiotonga saddle road in the north.
Topo maps
NZTopo50 series: AW30
Dogs
- The number of hunting dogs is limited to three per permittee.
- It is a requirement that all dogs have current certification for kiwi/bird aversion training.
- Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
- Dogs are not permitted in DOC campgrounds.
Huts and campsites
Hunters out of the district who wish to spend a few days exploring the Whangārei area hunting blocks can stay at a number of local DOC managed campsites:
- Puriri Bay campsite at Whangaruru is a 20 min drive from Russell Forest.
- Uretiti Beach campsite at Ruakaka Beach is a 30 min drive from Tangihua and Otaika Forests and 10 min from Mareretu.
Otamure Camp at Whananaki on the east coast is a 30 min drive from some of the other smaller hunting blocks that are also included in your online permit.
Firearms are to be kept secure and safe in your vehicle and out of sight of other campers while staying in campgrounds.
No dogs, horses, cats, birds, or pets are permitted in campgrounds.
Contacts
Whangarei Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | whangarei@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
2 South End Ave Raumanga Whangarei 0110 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 842 Whangarei 0140 |
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