Hot pools

A frosty West Coast valley leading to good hot pools and magnificent mountain scenery on part of the Copland Track.   More »

A self-described addict, Sally Jackson has soaked in a great deal of hot water in the name of research, some of it muddy and green with algae.   More »

Older hut at Cedar Flat now adjacent to the newer hut. This hut features hand-adzed timber.   More »

There is a good range of tracks and routes around Lewis Pass to suit all abilities. Here is a selection of places to visit and shorter trips available in the area.   More »

An overnight trip to a good hot pool near Lake Sumner.   More »

Whirinaki to Urewera down Te Wairoa stream..unmarked the river is the way. Upper reach campsite Ngutukaka stream on true right. Succession of gorges with crucial point around 400 metres above confluence with Whangatawhia stream..shute rapid only way with dangerous trap ...   More »

Double hut at the edge of a frost flat beneath the Toaroha Range. Used to be a six bunker. A second six bunk wing was completed in time for Easter 2012. The original wing was built in 1968.
The historic ...   More »

A two-storey lodge with wardens' quarters located near the Welcome Flat hot pools. A popular spot year-round. Note nightly fees are $15. Annual hut passes are not valid here.   More »

Roadside hot pools near Lewis Pass   More »

An easy and pleasant walk into a secluded valley near Hokitika. Rudimentary hot pools.   More »