Puriri Scenic Reserve
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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 current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
Pigs are present in the Puriri block. Goats are also present in low numbers.
General information
The Puriri block encompasses the Puriri Scenic Reserve and Coromandel Forest Park totalling approximately 12,000 ha. The forest types comprise lowland/coastal to secondary manuka/kanuka forest and kauri forest. The terrain is undulating with sharp ridges and steep guts.
Access
The Puriri block has access points including the Kopu Hikuai Road, Neavesville Road, Otamakite Road, Wentworth Valley Road and Maratoto Road.
Landholders
All hunters are asked to respect the rights of private land owners and farmers and gain permission from the land owner/occupier should they intend to gain access to the block across private land.
Topo maps
NZTopo50 maps T12 and T13
Dogs
- The number of hunting dogs is limited to three per permittee.
- Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
- Dogs are not permitted in DOC campgrounds.
Huts
There are no DOC huts in this block.
Additional information
Beware of vertical mine shafts in this area.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block