Hurunui Mainland Island restricted
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
No dogs
About this hunting block
Pigs, red deer and chamois are present in low to moderate numbers in the Hurunui hunting block.
General information
The terrain is moderate to steep. Vegetation is predominantly beech forest with some shrubland, tussock and open tops. Pigs, red deer and chamois are present in low to moderate numbers.
Access
Access to the area is via Lake Sumner Road. There is a locked gate beyond Loch Katrine which is currently managed by The Lakes Station. There are no restrictions for foot access beyond the gate but you will need permission from The Lakes Station for vehicles as far as the swingbridge over the Hurunui River. No vehicles are allowed across the Hurunui River. The flats on the true left of the Hurunui River is Lakes Station freehold land. Absolutely no hunting is permitted.
Boat access is possible from Loch Katrine to Lake Sumner. There is also foot access from Lake Sumner over the track behind Home Bay via Lake Mason. Access permission is required from Lakes Station and Esk Head Station.
Landholders
For access permission across private property contact:
- Lakes Station
- Lake Taylor Station
- Eskhead Station
Maps
NZTopo50 maps BU21, BU22
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted in the Hurunui hunting block as kiwi are present.
There may be avalanche danger
Before you go check the:
- avalanche terrain in this area.
- avalanche danger on the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory.
Additional information
Hunters are advised to check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where they intend to hunt.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block