DOC hunting area

Narrows Creek

RestrictedRoar block3,989ha

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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

Chamois, Deer - Wapiti

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.

Dog access

No dogs

About this hunting block

A 3,988 hectare restricted hunting area along North Fiord of Lake Te Anau in Fiordland.

There is easy boat access to this block.

Wapiti are present, as well as low numbers of chamois.

This block has a rich history of producing good heads – with a 17-pointer shot in 1950 by Jack Matthews (listed as the 13th biggest wapiti in New Zealand record books).

Maps

Topo50 Series: CC08

Huts

No huts.

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block