Jacobs 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
Jacobs Upper Landing site:
NZTM2000 E1343272-N5154505
Alternative Jacobs Lower Landing site:
NZTM2000 E1341012-N5155874
Road access point: Jacobs River (SH 6)
Foot access: 2-3 days walk from SH6
Block specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BX14
Jacobs Upper: Large, open and exposed campsite. Scrubby country but with good access. Suitable for groups of 4 hunters. Creek water supply.
Jacobs Lower: Large, exposed, flat camp. Scrubby country with limited hunting options. Suitable for parties of 2. River water supply.
Tahr found throughout, with highest numbers on the upper true left. Popular area during ballot period.
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 |
