DOC hunting area

Table Hill

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Boundaries

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.

Species

Deer - Fallow, Deer - Red, Goats

Permit requirements

A permit is required to hunt on public conservation land.
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online.

Dog access

Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.

About this hunting block

The terrain of the Table Hill hunting block is moderate to steep, covered in mature native bush. You can hunt red deer.

Animals present are red deer.

General information

This block is part of the Table Hill Scenic Reserve. The terrain is moderate to steep, covered in mature native bush.

The popular Matai Falls Track runs through the south-eastern corner of the reserve, and hunters should stay at least 100 m away from this track.

There is a private lodge near the boundary at the top of the block. Be aware of visitors potentially in this area.

Access

Access is from the Owaka-Papatowai Highway or Puketiro Station Road, which branches off the highway 16 km from Owaka or 10 km from Papatowai.

Landholders

The landholder immediately bordering this block to the north and west is Mr W Burgess.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CG14

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block