Careys Creek
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Goats, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.
About this hunting block
You can find red deer and pigs in the Careys Creek hunting block, which is part of the Silver Peaks Scenic Reserve north of Dunedin.
Animals present are goats and pigs.
General information
This area is part of the Silver Peaks Scenic Reserve and lies north of Dunedin.
A significant amount of the area is steep bush clad faces of kānuka, broadleaf and podocarp forest with a number of bluff systems throughout.
Access
There are two access points:
- Via SH1 north of Dunedin to Double Hill Carpark – turn left just after Waitati, up Double Hill Road, which becomes Semple Road. The access is marked with a Careys Creek Conservation Area sign.
- Via SH1 north of Dunedin to Evansdale Glen picnic area, from here follow the walking track, and once past the stile you are in the hunting block.
Hunting is not permitted within Evansdale Glen picnic area.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CE17
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit.
- Dogs must be kept on a lead in Evansdale Glen picnic area as this is a Dunedin City Council reserve.
- If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Help control wallabies in this area by reporting sightings
Wallabies can displace other species, affect pastures and native species' habitats.
They also potentially impact production and native ecosystems.
Report your sighting online – it only takes a few minutes.
You can also report wallaby sightings by calling 0800 80 99 66.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block