Motutere 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Deer - Red, Deer - Sika, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
About this hunting block
A 108 hectare hunting area on the south eastern shores of Lake Taupō.
Red deer, pigs and occasional Sika deer occur throughout the reserve.
Access is from SH1, with parking at the Waipehi Track entrance.
Maps
You will need the following Topo 50 series map sheets:
Motutere BH36
Dogs
Hunters are allowed to take hunting dogs (under permit) into this reserve. They must adhere to the following:
- all hunters entering DOC conservation land must obtain a hunting permit
- the dog must be used for hunting and not just be there for company
- dogs are tied up at night
- any dogs that are lost in these areas are reported to the nearest DOC office immediately.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this reserve.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block