Tukainuka 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.
Deer - Red, 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 DOC permit (contact the relevant DOC office) and a current kiwi aversion certificate only.
About this hunting block
Deer and pigs are present in this Conservation Area.
General information
Pig and deer hunting is popular in this Conservation Area, deer and pig numbers are generally low to moderate.
There was a long running control programme to reduce goats to zero density, so if you see goats in this area please shoot and/or advise DOC Biodiversity staff in the Ōpōtiki office of the location, number and colour of the goats seen.
Terrain is characterised by steep gullies up to the ridges, dense understory and numerous small streams. .
Access
There are a number of access points along State Highway 2 in the Waioweka Gorge south of Ōpōtiki. You must cross the Waioweka River to access this area, there are three bridges that will give you access along SH2, the historic Taranga Bridge, a bridge at Oponae, and Wairata, approximately 25, 35 and 40 km south of Ōpōtiki respectively.
Access to the Kotepato and Nikau Huts is via the bridge at Wairata, access to the Tawa, Koranga Forks and Kahunui Huts is via the Moanui Road end at the south eastern end of the Conservation Area.
Landholders
The northern edge is mainly private land, whilst the southern and eastern edges are a mixture of public and private land. You must obtain landowner permission before crossing any parcel of private land.
The western edge of the Conservation Area is mainly public land where it adjoins Te Urewera.
Maps
NZTopo50 BE40, BE41, BF40, BF41, BG40, BG41
Know before you go
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