Mōrere Hot Springs - closed
Located in Mōrere Springs area in the East Coast region
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Introduction
Mōrere Hot Springs are at the main entrance to the Mōrere Springs Scenic Reserve. They are closed for repairs and expected to open in spring 2024.Mōrere Hot Springs are closed for repairs
Morere Hot Springs are closed due to potential contamination from the failing septic system.
We expect the pools to open spring 2024 when an effective system will be in place.
Visitors can still access the walking tracks by the alternative access point on Tunanui Road. Parking is on the roadside, do not drive up the dirt track.
Mōrere Hot Springs are a rare example of natural salt water hot springs. They produce 250,000 L per day of hot, mineral-rich sea water, which has long been sought after for its therapeutic and curative properties.
The water emerges from a fractured fault that crosses the Mangakawa valley, 300 metres upstream from the Nikau Pools and is piped to a variety of public and private pools set amongst native rain forest.
Mōrere Springs Scenic Reserve is on SH2, 40 km north-east of Wairoa, 52 km south of Gisborne and 15 km north of Nuhaka.
Pool safety
- There are no lifeguards on duty.
- Do not immerse your head in the hot/warm pools.
- All children 12 years and under must be supervised by an adult.
- Water at site is unsuitable for drinking, however you can purchase bottled water at site or bring your own.
Contacts
| Mōrere Hot Springs | |
| Phone: | +64 06 837 8856 |
| Email: | morere@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | 3968 State Highway 2 Morere 4078 |