Mahitahi 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 designated landing site only during ballot period.
Mahitahi landing site:
NZTM2000 E1340802-N5151054
Alternative Mahitahi Upper landing site:
NZTM2000 E1342807-N5149954
Road access point: Mahitahi or Landsborough
Foot access: 2-3 days walk from SH6
Block specific information
Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BY14
Mahitahi: Sheltered camps with space for two tents. Scrubby country with creek access. Suitable for groups of 4 hunters. Creek water supply.
Mahitahi Upper: Exposed camp higher up the valley. Easy hunting access. Suitable for groups of 4. Creek 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 |
