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Hot Water Beach

Explore the geothermal beach where warm water rises through the sand around low tide. A visit depends on the tide and surf, not simply on arriving at any time of day.

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Location
Coromandel Peninsula
Admission
Free entry
Nearby base
Hot Water Beach
Visitors beneath Cathedral Cove's rock arch, viewed from the sand at Mare's Leg Cove.
Regional view

Regional view, not a photograph of this attraction. Cathedral Cove (Coromandel) kz1

Photo: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Details

Before you visit

Check the tide window, surf and water temperature. Hot sand and water can burn; use caution and follow local guidance.

Admission & booking

Beach access is free; parking, spade hire and transport may cost extra.

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Getting there

Start with Hot Water Beach as your planning base. Confirm the exact entrance or meeting point with the visitor source; attractions may be outside the town centre.

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