09 October 2026
Fine, apart from some cloud about and south of Manukau until early evening. Northeasterlies.
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Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
Kaitoke Hot Springs Track is a popular easy walk following the edge of the Kaitoke Swamp to sulphurous hot springs.
Distance
5 km
Walking time
1 hr one way
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Kaiaraara Track closure
Weather outlook
Auckland forecast
Issued 9 Oct 2026, 4:49 pm
10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with the chance of a light shower, mainly in the morning and early afternoon. Northeasterlies developing in the morning.
11 October 2026
A few showers. Northeasterlies, turning northwesterly before dawn.
12 October 2026
Occasional rain, clearing in the evening. Northwesterlies, dying out in the morning.
13 October 2026
A few showers, clearing in the evening. Light winds.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
Time: 45 Minutes to the Hot Springs Starting from Whangaparapara Road, the journey to the top begins flat and easy - very friendly for push-chairs. The path follows an ancient shoreline traversing the Kaitoke wetlands and regenerating kānuka forest. You may hear the call of a fernbird or spotless crake. Orchids and sun dews flower close to the track. Forty-five minutes later, the track reaches the hot pools, dammed at a fork in Kaitoke Creek and surrounded by the delicate umbrella fern. Wheelchairs with all-terrain tyres and a little help should be able to get to the springs, but please note there are no accessible toilets at the springs. You can continue on to Maunga Hirakimatā/Mount Hobson on the Aotea Track. The track changes from an easy walk to an intermediate tramping track past the hot springs.
Essential information for Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
Take care as the stream water may be hot. Do not put your head under the water in the pools. There is a long drop toilet and several picnic benches.
Kauri protection guide
Clean your footwear, tyres and equipment before and after visiting our kauri forests. If you are walking your dog, you should also make sure you clean their paws. Use cleaning stations every time you pass one while you are walking in a park. Stay on the tracks and keep off kauri roots. Stay away from closed tracks. Don't remove soil from, or bring soil into, areas with kauri trees.
Getting there for Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
Start Kaitoke Hot Springs Track from Whangaparapara Road. Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel
Dog access for Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Kaitoke Hot Springs Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.