Bubble 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

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.

This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.

Dog access

No dogs

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 designated landing site only during ballot period.

Landing site: NZTM2000 E1351830-N5150004

Road access point: Landsborough or Karangarua road end.
Foot access: Very difficult.

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BY15

Nice flat campsite.  East tops access on both sides of the river. River water supply.  Campsite suitable for parties of 4 hunters.

Hut information

No huts in this area.