Pukeatua Conservation Area
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Goats, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
Pigs and goats are present within this reserve.
Red deer, pigs and goats are all present within this reserve.
General Information
Lowland forest with tawa and kamahi the dominant canopy species. The understorey consists of tree fern and bracken. The terrain is steep to very steep.
Access
From State Highway 4, turn onto Oio Road south of Ōwhango. Follow this road and then turn onto Pukeatua Road. The eastern end of the block is adjacent to the road.
Maps
NZtopo50 BH33
Dogs
A separate permit is required to hunt with dogs. All dogs must be avian avoidance certified. Contact the local DOC office for details.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this reserve.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block