# Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools

> A complex of hot pools of varying temperatures set in a forest park, with rock pools, sulphur pools and a water slide.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-hanmer-pools/

A complex of hot pools of varying temperatures set in a forest park, with rock pools, sulphur pools and a water slide. Book in summer or at weekends, since entry can be limited; the car park is near the village centre.

- **Nearest town:** Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -42.5230, 172.8250
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Christchurch to Greymouth over Lewis Pass with Hanmer Springs](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/nzw-lewis-pass-hanmer/)

## Nearby

- [Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-lewis-pass/) – 38 km
- [Waipara Valley Wine Region](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-waipara-valley/) – 60 km
- [Point Kean Seal Colony and Peninsula Walkway](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-point-kean/) – 73 km
- [Ohau Point Seal Pups and Waterfall Walk](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-ohau-point/) – 78 km

## FAQs

### Where is Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools?

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools is in Hanmer Springs, New Zealand, at GPS -42.5230, 172.8250.

### Which road trips pass Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools?

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Christchurch to Greymouth over Lewis Pass with Hanmer Springs.

### What is there to see near Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools?

Places worth a stop nearby: Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve (38 km), Waipara Valley Wine Region (60 km), Point Kean Seal Colony and Peninsula Walkway (73 km) and Ohau Point Seal Pups and Waterfall Walk (78 km).

### When is the best time to visit Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools?

The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)