Matamata Sports & Outdoors Tips by kiwi Top 5 Page for this destination

Soak at Opal Hot Springs

There are three outdoor public mineral pools, temperatures ranging from 27deg C - 40deg C.
Also a private bushclad mineral outdoor pool and private indoor spa baths which can be hired.
Swimming lengths all year round, or simply soaking in the hotter mineral pools for healthy bodies.
Entry Fee - $NZ6
There is a resident swimming club.
For $NZ1 you can hire a security locker if you have valuables with you.
Adjacent to the springs, is a holiday park incorporating Cabins, Tourist cabins, flats and motels.
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Equipment: Swim suit and towel.
If you fancy, you can take your meat and salad and have a barbeque, as there are bbq's to use there.

Address: Okauia Springs Road, RD1 Matamata

Directions: At the eastern end of Broadway, take Tower Road past the Firth Tower Museum, turn right into Springs Rd and pass the neighbouring Matamata Golf Club to find the entrance to the Springs.

Other Contact: Reservations: 0800-800198

Phone: 07 - 888 8198

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Matamata Sports Centre.

Wonderful complex where you can swim, including a heated winter pool, Squash club and personal Gym.

Equipment: Squash courts, gym equipment, various pools.

Address: Meura Street, Matamata.

Phone: 07 - 888 4899

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