Karangarua tahr hunting area
Located in South Westland hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This area is open year round with helicopter access to Christmas Flat all year. Tahr can be encountered anywhere but greater numbers on the true right above and around bush line.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 open year round for foot access.
Access information
Helicopter access: All year to Christmas Flat
Road access point: Karangarua
Foot access: Two days walk to Christmas Flat from SH6. One long day to Lame Duck Flat from SH 6 via Cassel Flat, or a 2-3 hour walk down from Christmas Flat landing site depending on track conditions.
Site specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BX14
Additional species: Chamois and deer
Notes
Tahr can be encountered anywhere but greater numbers on the true right above and around bush line. Coleridge Creek gives good access to tops. Chamois on lower slopes and deer along valley floor. Popular with hunters due to air access. Mixture of hard and reasonable country.
Hut information
Hut tickets or backcountry hut passes are required and available from most DOC offices and other outlets. Contact DOC for details.
Pesticide summaries
Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.
Contacts
| Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 752 0360 |
| westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |
