Aciphylla/Eblis Tops tahr hunting area
Located in Franz Josef hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This hunting area is open year round and is under the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).Species
- Tahr
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
General information
This site is in the Adams Wilderness Area and is open year round for foot access.
This site is included in the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).
Access information
Helicopter access: Restricted to designated landing site only during ballot period.
Aciphylla Creek landing site:
NZTM2000 E1414182-N5205497
Alternative Eblis Tops landing site:
NZTM2000 E1415610-N5207796
Road access point: Wanganui road end.
Foot access: Very difficult.
Block specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BW17
Aciphylla Creek campsite is high up in the tussock. Plenty of hunting options with some easier country. Suitable for 3–4 hunters. Creek and tarn water sources.
Alternate Eblis Tops landing site is high up in the tussock beside the tarn, sheltered. Suitable for 2–3 persons. Tarn water source.
Hut information
No huts in this area.
Contacts
| Awarua/Haast Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 750 0809 |
| haasthuntingballot@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | Haast Junction Corner SH6 and Jackson Bay Road Haast 7886 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |
