Lochinvar
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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
Lochinvar hunting block is located 80 km north west of Christchurch, between the Puketeraki Range and Arthur's Pass National Park. Pigs, red deer and chamois are present.
General information
This hunting area is located 80km north west of Christchurch between the Puketeraki Range and Arthur's Pass National Park.
Four separate blocks make up Lochinvar Forest in this remote sub alpine/alpine area. The terrain is moderate to steep. The vegetation is beech forest, scrub and tussock with some rock and scree tops.
Pigs, red deer and chamois are present in low to moderate numbers.
Other hunters and trampers may be encountered. Take precautions and identify your target.
Access
Foot access is possible via the Poulter Valley to Turnbull bivvy and the East Poulter Gorge.
Landholders
You must have landholder permission for access through Mount White Station, unless you are using Poulter Valley track on foot or mountain bike.
Be aware, Poulter Valley Track is closed for lambing from September to December.
Maps
NZTopo50 maps BV21, BV22
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted in the Lochinvar Forest hunting area as kiwi are present.
Huts
Note: Nigger and Lake Grace huts are not on DOC administered land. They are privately owned and not available for public use.
There may be avalanche danger
Before you go check the:
- avalanche terrain in this area.
- avalanche danger on the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block