Barrier
Alerts
Boundaries are approximate and not suitable for accurate boundary definition. Check current DOC permit conditions before hunting. Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Chamois, Deer - Red
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
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No dogs
About this hunting block
Barrier hunting block is a mountainous terrain in the western reaches of Mt Aspiring National Park, bordered to the east by the Barrier and Olivine Ranges. You can hunt red deer and chamois.
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:
- Have the relevant avalanche skills and training.
- Check the ATES rating and the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory.
- 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.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block