Upper Lords hunting block (#21)

Located in Stewart Island/Rakiura hunting in the Southland region

Introduction

Hunt white-tail deer in this inland block in Rakiura National Park – a 'restricted area permit' is required.

About this hunting block

General information

Upper Lords is inland along Lords River, in Rakiura National Park. This restricted hunting block is bookable online. 

Book Upper Lords hunting block online

How to book restricted hunting blocks

Topo maps

NZTopo50 map sheets: CJ09 Mount Allen, CJ10 Port Adventure

Huts

This block has a Rakiura Hunters Camp Trust (RHCT) hut. Use this hut to minimise any impact on the wider environment.

These huts are designed for hunters. They provide shelter and basic amenities. 

You need to book the hut through the Rakiura Visitor Centre (contact details below) and pay RHCT hut levies.

Upper Lords Hunters Hut

This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Stewart Island/Rakiura Area.
Category: Basic/bivvies
Facilities: 6 bunk beds, heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Bookings required

Access

Hunting blocks can be accessed by sea or air. You need to organise your own transport to and from the block. We recommend learning about transport options before you apply. Visit the Stewart Island website for more information.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed as this block is within a national park.

Possum hunting

To trap possums on this block you need both a restricted hunting permit and a possum trapping permit. Get a possum trapping permit by emailing stewartisland@doc.govt.nz