DOC hunting area

Wisp Range

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 Data retrieved 31 July 2026 and may now be out of date.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

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

Part of the Catlins Conservation Park, you can hunt red deer and pigs in the Wisp Range hunting block.

General information

This block is a small mixed bush block surrounded by private farmland at the end of Farquhar Road.

Access

The Wisp Range lies at the end of Farquhar Road down the Owaka valley. Parking is at the end of the road with access across private farmland. Contact details are included in the hunting permit for this area.

Maps

NZTopo50 series: CG14

Dogs

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

Weather

Forecast near the middle of the block