Tautuku Forest
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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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.
Before lighting a fire on public conservation land, check it's alright to light. Extinguish all fires before leaving huts and campsites. How to minimise the risk of fire.
Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.
About this hunting block
The Tautuku Forest hunting block is part of the Catlins Conservation Park and offers hunting opportunities for red deer, pigs and goats.
Animals present are red deer, pigs and goats.
General information
This block is part of the Catlins Conservation Park. A significant amount of forest covers the block with areas of kamahi, rata, and mixed podocarp. The terrain is rolling to steep.
Roar period
This block is split into roar blocks for the period 20 March to 20 April.
For roar block details contact the Murihiku/Invercargill Office.
Application form
Important: We’re updating the ballot application process. The ballot will move to the online DOC Hunting Permits system in time for the 2027 roar.
The ballot closes 30 November.
Catlins Tautuku roar block applicaton form (PDF, 172K) or (Word, 33K)
Catlins Maclennan roar block applicaton form (PDF, 170K) or (Word, 33K)
To apply for the ballot, complete an application form and submit via email to invercargill@doc.govt.nz.
Key dates and fee waiver
- No admin fees will be charged for ballot applications during the transition. Fees will be reinstated when the new system is live, and we’ll keep you updated when that will happen.
- If you’ve already paid a fee, you’ll receive a refund. We’ll contact you directly in this case.
- The new system will launch during 2026 for 2027 roar applications.
Access
Access is via Rewcastle Road off the Chaslands Highway. The road is suitable for all vehicles to the McLean Falls car park at the road end.
Maps
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