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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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