Is There a Public Swimming Pool in Kerikeri?
Yes — the Kerikeri Community Pool is located at Kerikeri High School, off Hone Heke Road, a few minutes from the town centre. It's a seasonal outdoor complex run for the Far North District Council, and it's where locals do their lap swimming, take the kids on hot afternoons, and where school swimming sports happen each summer.
The complex includes a 25-metre, six-lane main pool for laps and general swimming, a separate dive pool, and a toddlers' pool for the little ones.
Season & Opening Hours
The Kerikeri Community Pool is a summer pool — it typically opens in early November and runs through to April. It is closed over winter.
Daily opening hours and admission prices vary by season, so check current details before you go:
- Far North District Council — Kerikeri Pool (official page)
- Far North Pools on Facebook (day-to-day updates)
- Phone during pool season: 09 407 1073
| Location | Kerikeri High School, off Hone Heke Road |
| Season | Early November to April (summer only) |
| Facilities | 25m six-lane pool, dive pool, toddlers' pool |
| Run by | CBEC for the Far North District Council |
| Phone (season) | 09 407 1073 |
Where to Swim When the Pool Is Closed
Here's Kerikeri's secret: the community pool might close for winter, but the swimming doesn't stop. Kerikeri is surrounded by natural swimming holes and waterfalls that locals use year-round — and in summer they're a magic alternative to a chlorinated pool.
- Charlie's Rock — natural water slides and deep pools over volcanic rock, minutes from town. The local favourite.
- Rainbow Falls — swim near the base of the spectacular 27-metre Waianiwaniwa falls.
- The Fairy Pools — emerald-green pools and small cascades hidden in the bush.
- Te Wairere Waterfall — a serene 15-metre waterfall pool surrounded by native bush.
- The Secret Waterfall — a 12-metre plunge into a crystal-clear pool, for those in the know.
For the full local rundown — including which spots suit kids and where to park — see our guide to where to swim in Kerikeri, and for saltwater options, our guide to Kerikeri's beaches and swimming spots.
Make a Day of It
Staying at Kerigold Chalets puts you a few minutes' drive from the community pool and walking distance from town — with the Kerikeri River Track, the historic Stone Store, and the area's waterfalls all close by. Every chalet and studio is self-contained, so you can come back from a swim and make lunch in your own kitchen.
