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On the left as you approach Lake Rotomā from Rotorua is a reserve area with an all-weather boat ramp and jetty and toilets. The waterfront camping ground makes an ideal summer retreat with a petrol station and general store nearby.

Lake Rotopokaka is well known as Coca-Cola Lake due to its red/brown colour. The lake is suitable for swimming and has a lot of grass area for picnics.

Located at Hamurana Road, on the northern shores of Lake Rotorua. Popular for shoreline trout fishing, especially at the mouth of Kaikaitāhuna (Hamurana) Stream. Safe shallow swimming for children. BBQ, picnic tables, toilets, playground, boat ramp, jetty.

There is a large grassy area with seating and a boat ramp and jetty accessed at the end of Reeme Street. Swimming, fishing and boating are among the activities at this scenic location.

Lake Taharoa is Northland’s deepest lake with a maximum depth of 38.8 m and is the second largest lake (197.7 ha). Its catchment is dominated by pine plantation, however the trees were felled in late 2010. This lake is popular for boating, swimming and water skiing. For further information relating...

Lake Taharoa is Northland’s deepest lake with a maximum depth of 38 m and is the second largest lake (197 hectares). The lake was surrounded by pine trees until the trees were felled in late 2010. This lake is popular for boating, swimming and water skiing. This site is part...

Situated along Spencer Road and linking to Stoney Point is a reserve area with playground, jetty, boat ramp, toilets, ski lane. Safe swimming, water sports, fishing. Ideal family picnic area.

Taupō-nui-a-tia is New Zealand’s largest, and one of its cleanest lakes. It is a national treasure, renowned for its deep blue waters.

On the northern shores of Lake Taupō, picturesque Acacia Bay has a swimming platform during the summer months, and there is jetty access. From here you can kayak to impressive Māori rock carvings in Mine Bay, which are only accessible by water.

South of Taupo, Awaroa Reserve is in the sandy 5 Mile Bay area, which is popular for swimming and waterskiing.

Lake Te Anau is a picturesque lake very popular for swimming, fishing and boating. Located in the southwestern corner of the South Island and is the largest lake in the South Island.

Lake Tekapo/Takapō is a popular high-country lake, located near the Tekapo township. This site is monitored for recreational water quality during the summer months only. The long-term grade for this site is "very good" for faecal contamination (E. coli).