Carvers Block (Pt Taheke C. A.)
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Deer - Fallow, Deer - Red, Goats, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.
Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
There is currently no hunting permitted in this block.
Red deer, fallow deer, pigs and goats are all present in this block
Special restrictions:
- Permit for seven day, Friday to Thursday
- One firearm per hunting party
- Permit must be shown to pilot.
- Do not venture onto neighbouring private property.
General information
Permits are not available online. Contact the local DOC office for a permit.
A small part of Taheke Conservation Area only accessible by helicopter. The topography is moderate.
Access
There is no legal access to this block. Access by helicopter only.
Maps
NZtopo50 BH33
Dogs
A separate permit is required to hunt with dogs. All dogs must be avian avoidance certified. Contact the local DOC office for details.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this reserve.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block