Ruataniwha
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Chamois, Tahr
A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.
Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times.
About this hunting block
The Ruataniwha Conservation Area hunting block is on the northern end of the Ben Ohau Range.
General information
The Ruataniwha Conservation Area hunting block is on the northern end of the Ben Ohau Range. Beech forest is found in Freds Stream and Bush Stream.
It was part of Glentanner Station until acquired as public conservation land in 2015 through the tenure review process. It will become part of Ruataniwha Conservation Park in due course.
Huts
There are no huts in Ruataniwha Conservation Area.
Access
Access the block from the Aoraki/Mount Cook Highway (SH80). Foot access is via the stream beds of Freds Stream, Bush Stream, Twin Stream and Whale Stream.
Maps
NZTopo50 map sheet: BY15 Birch Hill
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block but must be under control.
Help control wallabies in this area by reporting sightings
Wallabies can displace other species, affect pastures and native species' habitats.
They also potentially impact production and native ecosystems.
Report your sighting online – it only takes a few minutes.
You can also report wallaby sightings by calling 0800 80 99 66.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block