Pukepoto Ecological 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Deer - Fallow, Deer - Red, 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
Hunt deer, goats and pigs in this area covered by mixed podocarp-broadleaved forest. The area has steep slopes around Maungaku Andesite Cone (981 m)
No huts in the area
Getting there
Access to the site is via the Tongariro Forest Conservation Area and crossing the Whanganui River with boat or wading or swimming. You can also access it through private land and private forestry block, which will require separate permission/permits.
Tongariro Forest Conservation Area information.
Private land
Private land to the north and east. To the south and west the reserve lies adjacent to Tongariro Conservation Area (CN60042), separated by the Whanganui River.
Maps
NZ Topo: S19 296 443
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block