The Clue tahr hunting area

About this hunting block

General information

This site is open year round.

Access information

Helicopter access: All year via landing site at Horace Walker Hut
Road access point: Karangarua
Foot access: Access is difficult, either allow at least 1 day from Cassel Flat (via Regina Creek and over Conical Hill saddle), or from helicopter landing site at Horace Walker Hut about 4-5 hours

Site specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BX14
Additional species: Chamois

Notes

Tahr mainly on the true left of Douglas River. Faces difficult to access, but lower creek beds give good access to tahr. Tahr often low in bush, down to the Douglas River but can also be high on steep faces. Chamois present throughout, but more common on true right of Douglas River. 

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.