Hot pool

Morere Hot Springs

Morere, Hawke's Bay

Natural hot pools in a nikau palm forest, with bush walks from the car park.

Cost
Paid
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours
Morere Hot Springs
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A natural hot spring in a scenic reserve between Gisborne and Wairoa, with pools set among native bush. Walk one of the loops through nikau palms and then soak in the warm pools. It's a handy break halfway through the long SH2 drive.

Good to know

  • Spring-fed pools, entry fee applies
  • Take swimwear and a towel
Getting there
Sealed, signposted off SH2
Vehicles
Campervans fine

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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