Gabriels Gully
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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
Animals present in the Gabriels Gully hunting block are pigs and goats.
Animals present are pigs and goats.
General information
Flash flood hazard
Otago Dam could fail during or after periods of high rainfall and during an earthquake. Do not enter the hunting block during or after periods of high rainfall as the risk of the dam failing will be higher.
Otago Dam Track crosses the creek in multiple places and is exposed to flash flooding. Onsite signage identifies the flood zone areas, move quickly through these areas.
Once you leave the track to begin hunting do not stop in the creek bed areas and move quickly if you are crossing the creek at any time.
Look out for dirty water or unusual sounds like roaring water or trees breaking when walking the track. Move to higher ground immediately if you notice any signs of a flash flood.
This block is part of the Gabriels Gully Historic Reserve north of Lawrence.
The block is covered with beech/tawhai forest, and mānuka scrub, and is surrounded by exotic forest.
Access
Access is via Gabriels Gully Road from Lawrence. The road is suitable for all vehicles to the car park area at Grey’s Dam. From here access to the hunting block is on foot via Otago Dam Track which starts to the west of Greys Dam.
Hunting is not permitted in any of the historic parts of Gabriels Gully below Grey’s Dam.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CE14
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit.
- Dogs must be kept on a lead while in the historic part of Gabriels Gully.
- If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
NZ Falcons/kārearea
NZ Falcons/kārearea can be seen in the area. Between November and February when they are nesting they can become defensive of their young and perform dive bombs.
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