Whitikau 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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, 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
Deer, pigs and goats are present in this Scenic Reserve.
General information
Pig and deer hunting is popular in this Scenic Reserve, deer and pig numbers are generally low to moderate.
There is a long running goat control programme which has reduced goats to low to moderate densities in the Scenic Reserve, if you see goats in this area please shoot and/or advise DOC Biodiversity staff in the Opotiki 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. There are no public huts within this Scenic Reserve.
Access
You can access Whitikau Scenic Reserve off the Mōtū Road, it is located approximately 10 kilometres north of Mōtū township.
Landholders
Apart from the western edge, Whitikau Scenic Reserve is surrounded by private land, you must obtain landowner permission before crossing any parcel of private land.
Maps
NZTopo50 Oponae BF41, Matawai BF42.
Dogs
To take dogs into this area get authorisation from the Gisborne DOC Office. To take dogs across private property you must get permission from the landowner.
Huts
There are no public huts within this Scenic Reserve.
Weather
Forecast near the middle of the block