Adams Flat tahr hunting area

Located in Franz Josef – Waiau hunting in the West Coast region

Introduction

This hunting area is open year round and is under the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).

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.

Landing site: NZTM2000 E1412314-N5205900

Road access point: Wanganui road end.
Foot access: Very difficult. River access problems in Eblis /Adams River Gorge from Hunters Hut.

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BW17
Additional species: Chamois and red deer

Notes

Most tahr are predominately scrub dwellers. Highest tahr numbers on faces opposite Adams Flat and above the bushline on the true right of Eblis Gorge and true right Alpheus Creek, the true left of Athene Creek, and at the head of Boulderpool Creek. Low deer numbers, mainly downstream of Eblis Gorge. Good chance to see a deer/chamois down along the faces of Speculation Range.

Large camp on river flats. Good access to hunting, some scrub lower down but clear slips and creeks.  Suitable for 4 hunters.  River water supply.

Hut information

No huts in this area.