Waikerikeri hunting
Located in Central Otago and The Remarkables hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
The mountainous 329 ha Waikerikeri hunting block offers goat, rabbit and hare hunting.Species
- Goats
- Rabbits or hares
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.
Dog access
About this hunting block
Animals present are goats, rabbits and hares.
General information
This mountainous 329 ha block takes in the headwaters of Waikerikeri Creek, 10 km north of Clyde and below Leaning Rock in the Dunstan Mountains. Vegetation includes native shrubland and tussock grassland. The area may be under snow in the winter months.
Seasonal restrictions
Lambing season is during October. Stay on the track and keep clear of new-born lambs and their mothers. Do not disturb stock.
Access
From State Highway 8 at Clyde take Springvale Road and after 2 km turn left onto Waikerikeri Valley Road. Vehicle access is available to a car park at the base of Lilico Spur.
Beyond this point, there is marked walking access over an easement. The easement does not cover vehicles, dogs or firearms – to take any of these you must have permission from the landholder.
Landholders
Owner: Willie Rive
Phone: +64 27 275 7916
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CC13
Waikerikeri hunting block map (PDF, 1189K)
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
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Wallabies can displace other species, affect pastures and native species' habitats.
They also potentially impact production and native ecosystems.
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You can also report wallaby sightings by calling 0800 80 99 66.
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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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