Perverse Creek tahr hunting area

Located in Franz Josef – Waiau hunting in the West Coast region

Introduction

This hunting area is open year round and is under the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).

ZIP and Predator Free South Westland project is operating in this area.

How you’re affected and other potential areas.

About this hunting block

General information

This site is in the Adams 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 E1403164-N5200010

Road access point: Whataroa road end.
Foot access: Very difficult. Via Perth river.

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required

Map: Topo50 BW17

High and exposed campsite which is best when there are no gale winds or too much snow. Take a GPS to re-locate the camp in misty conditions Easy hunting on the front faces, Barlow front faces can also be accessed.

Suitable for 2-3 hunters. Good creek water is 160 metres to the West but steep and rough. Take a 10 litre bucket or similar. There is no handy firewood.

Hut information

No huts in this area.