DOC hunting area

Perverse Creek

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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

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: Restricted to designated landing site only during ballot period.

Landing site: NZTM2000 E1403164-N5200010

Road access point: Whataroa road end.
Foot access: Very difficult. Via Perth river.

Block specific information

Permissions: DOC hunting permit required

Map: Topo50 BW17

High and exposed campsite which is best when there are no gale winds or too much snow. Take a GPS to re-locate the camp in misty conditions Easy hunting on the front faces, Barlow front faces can also be accessed.

Suitable for 2-3 hunters. Good creek water is 160 metres to the West but steep and rough. Take a 10 litre bucket or similar. There is no handy firewood.

Hut information

No huts in this area.

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block