Upper Zora Creek tahr hunting area

Located in South Westland 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).

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

Landing site: NZTM2000 E1344552-N5147269

Road access point: Karangarua or Landsborough
Foot access: Very difficult, several days walk

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BY14

Large campsite, but can be very exposed in bad weather. Reasonable foot access around most of area. Tahr on both sides of Zora Creek. Suitable for parties of 4 hunters. Creek water supply.

Hut information

No huts in this area.