About this hunting block

Animals present are red deer and chamois.

General information

This is mountainous terrain in the western reaches of Mt Aspiring National Park, bordered to the east by the Barrier and Olivine Ranges. It includes the Forgotten River and the headwaters of the Barrier and Pyke Rivers. Being on the western side of the Main Divide, the block has typical Fiordland/West Coast weather and vegetation.

Being on the western side of the Main Divide, the block has typical Fiordland/West Coast weather and vegetation.

The block lies within the Olivine Wilderness Area, so there are no huts, tracks or bridges, and no aircraft landings are permitted.

Access

Access can be gained from the eastern side by walking overland for a number of days, or via Te Anau and the Hollyford and Pyke Rivers.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CA10, CA11

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this block as it is part of Mount Aspiring National Park.

There may be avalanche danger

Avalanches usually occur from May to November in Wakatipu, Wānaka and Central Otago. There can also be avalanches outside this period, if there is still snow coverage.

If you are going into avalanche terrain, always:

1. Have the relevant avalanche skills and training.
2. Check the ATES rating and the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory.
3. Go with a buddy. Both of you should carry and know how to use an avalanche transceiver, a snow shovel and a probe.

Additional information

For information regarding the Pyke Valley, contact the DOC Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre.