DOC hunting area

North Barlow

OpenRoar blockFranz Josef - Waiau

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.

Dog access

No dogs

About this hunting block

This hunting area is open year round and is under the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).

General information

This site is in the Adams Wilderness Area and is open year-round for foot access.

This site is included in the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).

Access information

Helicopter access is only available through the Haast Tahr ballot.

Landing Site: NZTM2000
E1400063 N5204277

Foot access: Very difficult
Road access: Wanganui Rd end

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required
Map: Topo50 BY17

There is a nice campsite on a terrace about 20 m above landing site. There is water about 120 m from the campsite.

This area has good hunting access. It may have lower numbers of tahr, but there is still a good opportunity for finding trophy animals.

Huts

There are no huts in this area.

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block