Swimming

Double Bridges, near Masterton Wairarapa Swimming spots

When it’s hot in Wairarapa you just have to take the plunge!  These are some top Wairarapa swimming spots - including a few hidden gems.

Read these tips for safe river swimming. And always check the mountain forecast first, as rain can make river levels rise suddenly.

If you’re looking for family-friendly swimming in the sea, you can't go past a daytrip to Castlepoint and Riversdale.

Masterton and close by
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  • Trust House Recreation Centre
    Indoor and outdoor pools for fun swimming all year round. Genesis in Masterton has an indoor hydro slide, river ride and spa, and outdoor speed slides.
  • Double Bridges 
    Just north of Masterton, on SH2 towards Opaki. Jump off the rocks into the deep, cool water of the Ruamahanga River before it hits the towns.
  • Black Rock Road
    Take Te Ore Ore Road at the north end of Masterton and head past Henley Lake. Take a left onto Te Ore Ore Bideford Road and another left onto Black Rock Road. The swimming hole is 2-3km from the turn-off.
  • Kaituna 
    This popular local spot is at the end of Upper Plain Road. And there’s a dairy on your way back into town - the perfect ice cream stop.
Carterton and close by
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  • Carterton Swimming Pool 
    On Pembroke Street in central Carterton, open to the public for free all summer! Three outdoor pools, a wee slide and a fair bit of shade for young swimmers and parents make it a great, cheap cooling off option.
  • Waiohine Gorge 
    For a dip that’s really refreshing look no further than the Waiohine Gorge. The water's clean and clear, great for cooling you off after a stroll along one of the walking tracks out that way.
Greytown and close by
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  • Greytown Swimming Pool
    Next to Greytown Park in Kuratawhiti Street are the Greytown Memorial Baths, fantastic to enjoy in the brilliant summer sunshine.
  • Waiohine Bridge
    Deep, clear water and plenty of room for parking too!
Martinborough and close by
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  • Martinborough Swimming Pool
    Princess Street is home to Centennial Park, Martinborough and within these grounds are the Martinborough Swimming Pools.
Featherston and close by
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  • Featherston Swimming Pool 
    On Johnston Street in Featherston is the Featherston Community Outdoor Pool open every afternoon over the summer period.
  • Tauherenikau River
    A wonderful natural swimming hole on the Tauherenikau River at the end of the Tauherenikau Gorge. Just 15 minutes from Featherston, via Wakefield Street, Underhill Road then Bucks Road to the end.