Visit our NZ Forestlands

If you're planning to explore our New Zealand working forestlands, a free access permit is usually required. This applies to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and general recreation. New Zealand hunting access is managed separately through local, independent hunting clubs. 

To learn which areas are open to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and general recreation and request a permit, please contact the nearest Port Blakely office. 

• North Island 07 575 0049

• South Island 03 688 2173

• E-mail info-NZF@portblakely.com

Please note: Access may change at short notice due to weather, fire risk, or forestry operations. Permit holders will be notified of any changes.

Port Blakely New Zealand does not issue individual hunting permits. Hunting access is managed through relationships with local New Zealand hunting clubs, which:  

• Operate independently
• Often have their own membership requirements (e.g., local residency)
• Do not manage access on our behalf
• Are the only groups allowed to coordinate hunting in our forests

For more information, please contact our New Zealand team at info-NZF@portblakely.com.

Some Port Blakely New Zealand forestlands are open for walking and mountain biking without a permit, but only on designated tracks. These include:

Port Blakely New Zealand forestlands are working forests. Harvesting and other operations may be happening at any time. For your safety:

• Follow all permit conditions and obey signage
• Stay clear of operational areas
• Never enter during active forestry work
• Avoid visiting during high winds or extreme weather
• No open flames, fires, or BBQs

If you see smoke, call 111 immediately

Before you visit, check weather conditions

Fire danger and restrictions

Weather updates