DOC hunting area

Warepa Scenic Reserve

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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

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

An open hunting block in the Catlins area.

Animals present are red and fallow deer.

General information

This is a bush covered, 222 ha reserve, approx 30 km Northwest of Owaka.

Access

Turn off the Balclutha / Owaka Highway at Romahapa, 15 km South of Balclutha or 15 km North of Owaka. Follow Romahapa Road, turn left onto Puerua Church Road, then left onto Puerua Valley Road, then onto the no exit Wilson Road. Warepa Scenic Reserve access is at the end.

If you wish to cross private land to access certain parts of the block, you must have landholder permission.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CG14

Dogs

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

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block