Find the best swimming spots in New Zealand this summer at over 870 beach, river and lake locations.
Water quality is monitored from November to March for most regions, with predicted water quality results available year-round for Northland, Auckland and Wellington.
Want to dig a little deeper? Select a site to see its water quality history, available facilities, directions on how to get to there, and to learn more about water quality monitoring.
Desktop users can use the interactive map to explore swimming locations.
LAWA is the most comprehensive and up-to-date source of recreational water quality information for New Zealand. LAWA provides this information so you can use it as a guide to decide where and when to swim. Please note that water quality monitoring results are representative at the time of sampling. Water quality can change over time, especially during periods of significant rain or from unexpected pollution events. If you are unsure, please check with the relevant council or choose another site to swim. Water quality results from weekly monitoring are not intended to provide a guide on suitability for swimming outside the recreational bathing season (around November to March for most regions). LAWA takes no responsibility for the accuracy of information presented, and accepts no liability for actions taken of others based on this information.
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