Motutara Scenic Reserve
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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 (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
Pigs and goats are found in the lowland forests of Motutara Scenic Reserve.
Pigs and goats are present in this reserve.
General information
Lowland forest with some open grass areas, the terrain is steep to rolling.
Access
From State Highway 43, turn onto Kururau Road just south of Taumarunui. The northern end of the reserve is accessed directly off Kururau Road. Access to the southern end of the block may be obtained through private land from State highway 45 just to the east of Te Whakarae. The block and access point are sign posted.
Map information
NZtopo50 BH33
Dogs
A separate permit is required to hunt with dogs. All dogs must be avian avoidance certified. Contact the local DOC office for details.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this reserve.
Additional information
An old track follows the Motutara Stream part way through the block from the southern end of reserve.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block