Hot Water Beach
Whitianga, New Zealand
Hot water rises through the sand at the base of the cliff, and visitors dig their own pools. Go about two hours either side of low tide and rent a spade locally. Do not swim here, as rips are strong.
- Nearest town
- Whitianga, New Zealand
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -36.8887, 175.8213
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Where is Hot Water Beach?
Hot Water Beach is in Whitianga, New Zealand, at GPS -36.8887, 175.8213.
Which road trips pass Hot Water Beach?
Hot Water Beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Coromandel Peninsula loop from Thames to Waihī.
What is there to see near Hot Water Beach?
Places worth a stop nearby: Hahei Beach (6 km), Cathedral Cove (7 km), New Chums Beach (Wainuiototo) (11 km) and Pinnacles Walk, Kauaeranga Valley (25 km).
When is the best time to visit Hot Water Beach?
The most pleasant months are usually March–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February, June–August and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)