Frying Pan Lake
Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand
- Location
- Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand
- Water type
- carbonated, calcium-rich
- Temperature
- 35 °C
- pH
- 3.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
LowHigh
Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
High buoyancy
LowHigh
Mineralised water — eases movement and joints.
SoufreCO
Frying Pan Lake is the world's largest hot spring. It is located in the Echo Crater of the Waimangu Volcanic Rift Valley, New Zealand and its acidic water maintains a temperature of about 50 to 60 °C (122–140 °F). The Lake covers 38,000 square metres in part of the volcanic crater and the shallow lake is only 5.5 metres (18 ft) deep, but at vents, it can go down to 18.3 metres (60 ft).
Insider tip — Allow at least 2 hours to fully enjoy the thermal waters of the Bay of Plenty region.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 35 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features carbonated & calcium-rich water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.