Kelceys Bush
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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, Wallabies
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times.
About this hunting block
Hunting is allowed all year with the main species being wallaby and the occasional goat and pig.
General information
Kelceys Bush covers an area of 117 hectares 7.5 km northwest of Waimate. Not all boundaries are fully fenced so take care to ensure hunting takes place only within the public conservation land.
The block is forested in a mixture of broadleaf and podocarp trees.
Access
In Waimate turn off Queen Street onto Mill Road and follow this for 7.5 km to Kelceys Bush.
Helicopter landings will not be approved.
Topo map
NZTopo50 map sheet: CA18
Dogs
Dogs are allowed but must be under control at all times.
Hut information
There are no huts and bivvies in this area.
Additional information
Check for current pesticide operations that may be in progress where you intend to hunt.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block