Blackstone Hill Conservation Area hunting
Located in Central Otago and The Remarkables hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
Find out about hunting in the Blackstone Hill hunting blockSpecies
- Goats
- Game birds
- Rabbits or hares
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by a ‘game bird hunting permit’ and ‘open area permit’. See permit information below.
Seasonal restrictions
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Dog access
About this hunting block
Upland gamebirds provide the best hunting opportunity in the gamebird season. Rabbits and limited goats are also present. Special gamebirds permits are required for this area.
General information
This 487 area rises from the Manuherikia Valley up to the crest of Blackstone Hill. It is a mix of tussock grassland and shrubland with gullies and rocky outcrops.
Access
Access is from the carpark beside SH85. There is a marked walking track from the carpark. Dogs and firearms are permitted within 5m of this track but dogs must remain on a lead when walking over the public access track to the hunting area. A sign is present at the entrance to the Conservation Area.
Permits
The Blackstone Hill hunting block is open access but gamebird permits are required.
You'll also need a Fish & Game game bird permit and a firearms licence.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CB15
Blackstone Hill Conservation Area hunting block map (PDF, 2,002K)
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are permitted within the area. Dogs must remain on a lead when walking over the public access track to the hunting area. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Contacts
Kā Moana Haehae / Alexandra Office | |
Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
Email: | alexandra@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
43 Dunstan Road Alexandra 9320 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 176 Alexandra 9340 |
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