Baker Creek tahr hunting area
Located in South Westland 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 Hooker-Landsborough 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 two designated landing sites only during ballot period.
Baker Creek landing site:
NZTM2000 E1344828-N5144719
Alternative Upper Baker landing site:
NZTM2000 E1346308-N5142874
Road access point: Karangarua or Landsborough.
Foot access: It is possible to walk in from outside the wilderness area boundary at Kea Flat
Block specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required.
Map: Topo50 BY14
Very popular and productive area. Most creek systems holding tahr, but steep to access. Good sheltered campsite options. Nice upper basin with rock bivvy (Baker Creek) in good weather conditions. Suitable for hunting parties of 4 persons. River/creek water supply.
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 |
