DOC hunting area

Kaihiku

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Boundaries

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.

Species

Deer - Fallow, Deer - Red, Pigs

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.

Dog access

Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.

About this hunting block

Animals present in the Kaihiku hunting block are red deer and pigs.

Animals present are red deer and pigs.

General information

This block has two portions, both part of the Catlins Conservation Park. The southern portion is bush covered and the northern is a significant area of red tussock.

Access

Access to the southern portion is via State Highway One west of Balclutha, left onto Jacks Hill Road and then onto Glenfalloch Road. The road to the red tussock reserve is suitable for 4WD only, and permission must be obtained from the landholder.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CF14

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block