Waipati
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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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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.
Dogs with a DOC permit only. More information below or contact the relevant DOC office.
About this hunting block
You can find red deer in the Waipati hunting block part of the Waipati Beach Scenic Reserve.
Animals present are red deer.
General information
This block is part of the Waipati Beach Scenic Reserve.
This is a coastal forest with a flat dune and swamp system behind the beach, and steeper terrain rising to 200 m from the river.
Access
There are three access points:
- 11 km southwest of Papatowai, turn left off the Chaslands Highway, onto Hukihuki Road. From the end of this road, you need landholder permission to cross the private forest before the hunting block boundary.
- 15 km southwest of Papatowai, turn left off the Chaslands Highway, onto Regan Road. From the end of this road, you need landholder permission to cross the private land before the hunting block boundary.
- Boat access from Waipati Beach.
Landholders
Mr P Shanks (Hukihuki Rd), Tautuku Blk X Sec 3C Trust (Cathedral Caves area), Glen Christie (Regan Road end)
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CG13
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. They must be kept on a lead near or on Waipati Beach. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block