Regina tahr hunting area

Located in South Westland hunting in the West Coast region

Introduction

This area is open year round. Access to Regina Valley is via Cassel Flat Hut. The terrain is difficult and only isolated areas can be gained above the valley floor.

About this hunting block

General information

This site is open year round for foot access.

Access information

Helicopter access: None
Road access point: Karangarua
Foot access: Access to Regina Valley is via Cassel Flat Hut (4 - 6 hr from SH 6). From Cassel Flat Hut 2-3 hr to Regina Creek walkwire, 5-6 hr to head of Regina basin

Site specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BX15
Additional species: Chamois and red deer

Notes

Terrain difficult and only isolated areas can be gained above the valley floor. Tahr mainly on upper true left at head of Regina basin. Chamois present in moderate numbers and some deer in low numbers in valley floor. 

Hut information

No huts at this site.

Pesticide summaries

Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.