William King 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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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 - Fallow, Deer - Red
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
An open hunting block in the Catlins area.
Animals present are red and fallow deer.
General information
This is a bush covered, 537 ha reserve, approx 30 km south of Owaka.
Access
Turn off the Owaka/Papatowai Highway onto Tahakopa Valley Road, 28 km south of Owaka at Papatowai or 30 km south of Owaka at Florence Hill, Chaslands Highway.
If you wish to cross private land to access certain parts of the block, you must have landholder permission.
The Otago Youth Adventure Trust (Tautuku Outdoor Education Centre) bush is not part of the William King hunting block.
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