Perverse Creek tahr hunting area
Located in Franz Josef hunting in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This hunting area is open year round and is under the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June). Foot access is difficult.ZIP and Predator Free South Westland project is operating in this area for 2023 and 2024.
Species
- Tahr
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Dog access
About this hunting block
General information
This site is in the Adams Wilderness Area and is open year round for foot access.
This site is included in the ballot system for helicopter access (late April-June).
Access information
Helicopter access: Restricted to designated landing site only during ballot period.
Landing site: NZTM2000 E1403164-N5200010
Road access point: Whataroa road end.
Foot access: Very difficult. Via Perth river.
Block specific information
High and exposed campsite which is best when there are no gale winds or too much snow. Take a GPS to re-locate the camp in misty conditions Easy hunting on the front faces, Barlow front faces can also be accessed.
Suitable for 2-3 hunters. Good creek water is 160 metres to the West but steep and rough. Take a 10 litre bucket or similar. There is no handy firewood.
Hut information
No huts in this area.
Contacts
| Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 752 0360 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | westlandnpvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
69 Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 14 Franz Josef Glacier 7856 |
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