Located in South Westland hunting in the West Coast region
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).
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
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.
No huts in this area.