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A Fun Spot for a Swim! If you're looking for a great place to cool off, Poripori Water Holes is the spot! Nestled in the Bay of Plenty, it's a fantastic swimming hole surrounded by lush bush and cool rock formations. Here’s how to get there and what to expect. Getting There Getting to Poripori Water Holes is pretty straightforward: Park: Find a spot in the gravel area along Poripori Road. Cross the River: You’ll need to hop across the Wairoa River. It's good to wear some shoes. Follow the Path: Look for a narrow path that leads you through some rocks and bush. There is also a path through the forrest. A bit hard to find when you go there. Easier when you go back. Head Left: Once you’re through, take a left to find the water holes. What to Expect Swimming Fun There are several swimming holes with different depths, so it’s great for everyone—kids and adults alike! The water is nice and refreshing, perfect for those hot days. You can lounge on the rocks or even try some jumps if you're feeling adventurous! Safety First Before you go, check out Trustpower's website for water release schedules. They have a siren that goes off before they release water from McLaren Falls Dam. Be aware that the water levels can change quickly, so always keep an eye out for any warning signs. It’s best to visit when the water is calm. Tips for Your Visit Bring some snacks and drinks to enjoy while you’re there. There are no toilets, so plan accordingly! Make sure you keep an eye on kids, as some parts can be tricky with rocks. Overall, Poripori Water Holes is a fun and relaxing place to spend a day. Just remember to stay safe and enjoy the beautiful...
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Beautiful swimming holes amidst big boulders and beautiful NZ green park. Many places to swim. Soooo cool and many places to swim with safety swimming & many places. Sitting around the rocks and dangling your feet in the cool water and getting wet from other swimmers diving cools you if you don't want to get into the water. Saw a few diving spots for the brave and the risk takers. Great place to relax on a hot summer day.
I have one major concern. The turn off from Tauranga highway heading to Hamilton is not a safe place to turn off as the traffic are doing 100kmp and it can very scarey if you are turning right into Poripori Road to get to the swimming holes. My only suggestion is that a turning spot be properly designed to give all drivers that there are right turning traffic to forwarn and alert drivers to the possibility of traffic in the middle of the road turning into Poripori Road to access the beautiful cool swimming places...
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Just been at the best fresh water swimming hole...near Tauranga...Poripori.
To get to it you only need to park up and walk 1 minute to the bank edge, then carefully walk down the bank and wade through 1 to 1.5 feet of water to the flat rocks...not really slippery so easy.
Now, that seems like a lovely place and it is...but if you walk 1 minute over to the other side where the trees are you come across a narrow path into the bush. This is so pretty with all the greenery... like being in the jungle.
When you get to the end of the narrow path it opens up to rock landscape surrounding a huge swimming area that has small waterfalls and many places to go climb and jump off of various heights...this then continues around to the right for even more wonderland.
I only posted this as most have no idea how to get to it as the first swimming hole is not the...
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