Our preferred hot pool when Kerosene creek gets too busy. We love you can you find just the right temp to suit you inbetween the hot thermal stream meeting with the cold freshwater stream. We love that you can also lay down fully in the shallows. There's entrances on both sides of the road, take your pick! It can be completely empty at times, and other times busy. The little man made rock pools are just amazing.

Introducing: 'Hot n Cold' also known to locals as 'Twin Steams'

This gem is located on Waiotapu Loop Road (Bay of Plenty region), it's a short drive from the main road. Park near the small bridge, then descend the steps to the stream

Here's a cool video of the place: www.tiktok.com/@cherrygurlsophia/video/7509424206912785686

• Bring a towel

• footwear for slippery

• Rocky ground

• parking is limited

• Expect a sulphur smell

• Patchy phone signal

• Variable water temps

• Never put your head underwater in our geo waters

Reviews:

'“This is a great way to experience the thermal springs without any cost. The hot and cold water spring is a crazy phenomenon where you can experience different temperatures in the same body of water. … Access to the stream is very easy …” – Sarah, Wanderlog
“Nice Spot! Not so crowded. Seems like a go-to spot for the locals, liked that a lot!” – Hannah, Google

'Always a great time at this relatively unknown hot water pool. A mix of hot water and cold means you can find the perfect spot. Clean water and beautiful surrounding. Grey clay available on the banks for those inclined to exfoliation.' - Carey, Google

'I think we hit the jackpot with only a few people coming and going. It was amazing we only planned on spending a hour or so but were there for 4hours. Unlike the various spas we tried this had the perfect balance between hot and cold. Seriously fun in the flowing water as well. This place is seriously special 😍. So unique. A hot and a cold river converging, I would say, it's definitely worth a visit. As any river you just need to be mindful of obstructions underwater. Sticks and rocks are prevalent obviously mind your step. Always check the temp of the water before stepping straight in as it van be Seriously hot in the hot stream.' - Lachlan, Google

Handy sites:

https://wanderlog.com/place/details/2004414/hot-n-cold

https://www.rotorua-travel-secrets.com/hot-n-cold.html

https://nzhotpools.co.nz/hot-pools/the-bridge-the-secret-spot-waiotapu-stream/