Riariaki 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Deer - Red, Goats, Pigs
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by a 'restricted area permit'. Contact the DOC office managing the hunting area.
Dogs with a DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
This hunting block including Riariaki Conservation Area and Pairawahipi Scenic Reserve is closed until further notice.
Red deer, pigs and goats are all present in these reserves.
General information
Permits are not available online. Contact the local DOC office for a permit.
Mixed podocarp forest. The area is steep and dissected with bluffs and gorges.
Access
Turn off State Highway 4 north of Raetihi onto Ruatiti Road. Then turn right onto Makino Road or left onto Ruatiti Road just before Ruatiti Domain. Access is through private land. The only access to Pairawahipi Scenic Reserve is through Riariaki Conservation Area.
Landowners
You must have the private landowners permission to cross their land to access these reserves.
Maps
NZtopo50 BJ33
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