Located in Franz Josef – Waiau hunting in the West Coast region
ZIP and Predator Free South Westland project is operating in this area.
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).
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.
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.
No huts in this area.