Reviews of Wilkies Pools. (Museum) in Stratford (Taranaki).

Wilkies Pools

279 Reviews

140 Comments

Museum

Tourist attraction

Taranaki 4391, New Zealand

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Information of Wilkies Pools, Museum in Stratford (Taranaki)

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Reviews of Wilkies Pools

D. T.

Lovely walking track. It says 1 hour 20 minutes for the loop but it’s probably 45 minutes at a steady pace. Lovely mesh for people just to get to the falls. If you do the full loop it turns into a standard type track. Lovely spot. Generally well sheltered.

B. N.

Easy 30 minute walk to the pools. There are several pools but you have to scramble up some rocks to reach them. Nice cool refreshing water.

A. R.

A must do if you are in Taranaki. Only a 40 min car ride from New Plymouth and a40 minute round trip from the Dawson Falls Car Park. You get a stunning jungle walk, followed by beautiful natural pools filled with clear, ice cold glacial water. If it’s a hot day jump in, and then warm up on the rocks. The water is very very cold, so be prepared. But it’s worth it. The feeling of invigoration is incredible. Highly recommended, especially jumping in from the top rocks. The pools are very deep!!!!

A. M.

One of the best hikes I’ve done! The walk to the pools was moderate walking, a little bit up hill but not difficult. The nature all around you makes the hike worth it the whole way. The pools itself and the waterfall is so picturesque. Doing the whole loop might be a bit hard if it’s raining as it can get a bit wet and slippery. Highly recommend 🍃

M. P.

An absolutely beautiful hike out to see this small waterfall and pools. The suspension bridge was pretty amazing to see and to walk across. The trail is well developed and easy to walk, and well marked. It does not take long to reach the pools from the parking area. The full loop is about 2.4 kilometers (about 1.5 miles) so it isn’t too strenuous. In warmer weather, soaking in the small pools is definitely an option, so consider wearing your bathing suit. The rocks can be very slippery, so wear some sort of beach or wading shoes and be careful. Be sure to add this loop walk to your “must do” list in Egmont National Park

D. B.

Beautiful gentle walk to an awesome hang out spot with a daring waterslide for the keen ones.

A. V.

Very relaxed hike, I would recommend water shoes! A lot more comfortable walking through the streams that are on the way, and you will be able to stand in the pools and enjoy the fresh cold mountain water without having to walk over pebbles and rocks. Go on a nice and sunny day, it won‘t take much longer than an hour and a half or so and is perfect for people that don’t want to do one of the big hikes around Mt Taranaki.

R. m.

Fantastic easy bush walk but impassable about 3/4 of the way around due to a raging torrent over slippery rocks, there needs to be a little bridge.

R. S.

Great walk. Wasn't too hard to walk up to the big plateau. Nice track and good views. I think we walked it about 20 mins faster than the sign

S. M.

The entire walk is great, under the cover of the Forrest and pass by some streams and waterfalls. Rocks climbing up can be a bit slippery in places.

T. T.

Fun, easy walk.

R.

Fantastic easy bush walk but impassable about 3/4 of the way around due to a raging torrent over slippery rocks, there needs to be a little bridge.

G. L.

Great spot must go

J. R.

This is just one of those things you just have to get out there and do it. the treks are fun and the views are pretty incredible and the kids love to go and explore with you you will not be disappointed with this one

A. G.

Beautiful day for a challenging hike. Dawson falls to Matekawa hut in under 8 hours. Will be back soon.

S.

The entire walk is great, under the cover of the Forrest and pass by some streams and waterfalls. Rocks climbing up can be a bit slippery in places.

S. M.

Nice place for a dip a bit cold tho

B. R.

Great little walks all around the mountain. Lots of nice little areas to see. Some of the trails are very effected by how much rain has happened recently. Even a couple places where we had to jump over some streams. highly recommended if you love a nice nature walk.

J. R.

Beautiful! A pleasant walk along a well maintained walkway. Steep-ish in places, but suitable for capable children. After crossing the swing bridge, the walk is a little more technical, with river crossings etc, but very, very enjoyable.

J.

Was awsome definitely a must do in taranaki.

S. A.

Awesome family adventure 40 minutes from the car park Not a bad gradient for younger family members that need to get out of the vehicle and burn some energy Easy track to follow and some great photo opportunities

C. M.

Beautiful walk with some scrambling to see the further up pools

Z.

Good track surface with slight uphill. Great place to take kids. Pushchair/wheelchair friendly right up until 10m from the pools.

G. M.

A great week with the opportunity to take a dip in the pools when you get there

J. H.

Beautiful area, recommended a swim there after a hike further up the mountain

D.

Well worth the walk. One track is supposedly wheel chair friendly, it is a high quality track. I'd come back on the loop track if possible, different and interesting as well.

K. P.

Lovely easy access walk.

K. M.

Except I'm not fit and going up was hard but coming down was good. Was a good place visit.

C.

Stunning scenery, was awesome to see and a very short walk.

G.

Thought for the day. You may drink the water and say this is pure but you don't know who's peeing upstream of you.

C. S.

Stunning scenery, was awesome to see and a very short walk.

C. T.

Park at Dawson’s Falls and start the easy climb up to Wilkies Pools a lovely walk on a well maintained path, if you carry on up the path gets a bit more ‘rustic’ still no worries, keep going until you reach Stratford Plateau (where there is a carpark, reached from other side). Enjoy! 🤠👍🏻

S.

Awesome family adventure 40 minutes from the car park Not a bad gradient for younger family members that need to get out of the …

A. G.

Didn't do the rock slide but it looked cool.

J. R.

Short 20 min walk from visitor center, well maintained path. Spectacular views once you get to the pools. Well worth it.

Z. O.

Good track surface with slight uphill. Great place to take kids. Pushchair/wheelchair friendly right up until 10m from the pools.

D. D.

Well worth the walk. One track is supposedly wheel chair friendly, it is a high quality track. I'd come back on the loop track if possible, different and interesting as well.

G.

Beautiful track easily handled with kids with some majestic scenery. Pools themselves are amazing too, just watch your footing as rocks are very smooth at the pools

黄.

It was raining when we’ve been here, but still worth it.

D. T.

Awesome place to spend few hours exploring and swimming. Amazing views

黄.

It was raining when we’ve been here, but still worth it.

J.

Was awsome definitely a must do in taranaki.

J. L.

Awesome little nook on Mt Taranaki, about 35-45mons walk from the main car park, nature's own water slide.. Great fun if your keen on icey cold fresh beautiful water.. I would suggest parking at Dawsons Falls information area as this way is easier than the way we went to the main ski field car park lol. Enjoy.

N. A.

Perfect place! We came there and didn't expect a lot but spent more then an hour and a half there. The water is freezing but absolutely worth it!

B. T.

Really nice walk. 1.9km loop track . The track goes all the way to Willie's pools on a boardwalk thing. They have upgraded it a lot since o was younger. The best entrance is through the Dawson's falls part. Just invade google tries to lead you through Stratford.

K. F.

Great easy walk with awesome views and sights

L. v. G.

Fantastic walk to here, up cascading mini waterfalls with crystal clear water. Views are great too. Magic in both summer and winter. Climbing up the rocks is also fun.

J. a. M. v. A.

Easy walk and lovely views. Beautiful mossy trees twisted and interesting. Saw some brave pre-teens jump into the icy pools. Fun day out.

B. H.

Beautiful spot on a hot day for a icy dip. Wheelchair/pushchair track to the bridge to view the pools

J. L.

After seeing Dawson Falls, unfortunately Wilkies Pools fail to surprise or impress us. The walk was relaxing and peaceful though, especially if you love the green.

T. G.

Lovely place to visit, lots of steep steps but worth the walk.

P. B.

Nicevwalk through cool climate forest to basalt pools. The river is meltwater so watch somone else go swiming. The walk continues from here to the plateau.

T. M.

Great little walk with an excellent track. Suitable for the family.

P. P.

lovely summer here easy wark .have swimming hold

B. S.

Time stands still at Wilkies Pool. It's a place of all ages. The water coming fresh from montain springs is soo pure, out of this world. Wilkies Pool is definitely a slice of paradise. I shouldn't really say because I love the place soo much; it's where I go when I want magic in my life. It deserves our respect!

V. G.

Beautiful walk through stunning forest to the pools with views all over the valley and on a cloudless day probably on the mountain too.

L. H.

Love love love this place!!!!!! We had so much fun. A natural rockslide, little waterpools, pristine alpine water and BEAUTIFUL views make this place a wonderland. We will definitely visit this spot again xxxx

D. B.

The walk to Wilkies Pools is really therapeutic. Lots of scenery and native birds. Kid friendly as well 👍🏽

T. S.

Great hike from Dawson Falls Lodge.

H. A.

Amazing place to go with family. Test your chill factor and relax as you warm up in the sun. A must do if visiting Taranaki!

P. B.

Easy walk on a good track from the visitor centre. Was spectacular in the snow!

M. D.

Good spot to chill! Very easy to walk to, very accessible. Also an epic spot to take pictures too.

N. M.

Such a great walk for all ages. The views from the top are epic.

P. v. K.

Great nature walk. Wheel chair access all the way to the pools . A bridge allows a great view.

V. K.

Perfect place to have a litte swim in those rocky pools. Theres also a small waterfall what you could use as a shower

J. D.

Beautiful track with hanging moss hanging from the trees. Lots of water hitting the Wilkes pools

T. R.

Awesome swimming holes although water was chilly

K.

Wheelchair accessible walkway to the pools. Crystal clear water amazing site and views.

R. W.

Beautiful, pretty easy walk great track worth a look

A. C.

Nice walk. Be prepared to get your feet a bit wet on the return loop

L. G.

Good walk to the pools and cool thing to go see

B. L.

Stay at dawsons falls very easy walk to pools worth the walk superb area for walks

H.

Goblin forest walk to refreshing cascading pools.

C. M.

Beautiful walk! Wide reinforced track and GPS gradient.

J. T.

Beautiful easy walk, fully accessible to all

J. J.

Awesome. ..loved it....great views and just a really peicefull place

B. Y.

Very good tramp

D. A.

Great quick hike up a an easy hill.

B. V.

Great short walk with a nice swim at the end

G. R.

Broke my finger jumping from one side to another over the pools. Best feeling ever ;p

A. C.

Again great place to go walking make sure weather good first.

L. A.

Well formed track to the bridge, almost Wheelchair worthy.

E. F.

Great walk - not too far

S. F.

Nice easy walk to pools

Y. H.

Beautiful short walk, clear water

W. L.

Amazing walk, even with the kids

P. V.

Was an awesome walk even in the rain.

N.

Awesome place for a walk on a nice day

A. M.

Short little walk with disabled access.

R. T.

Incredibly beautiful

m. t.

Amazing!

K. T.

Amazing

D.

Great walking track

R. G.

Awesome place to go

a. p.

Stunning spot....

a. s. (.

Lovely walk

G. W.

Go 4 a swim

B.

Beautiful

L. P.

Great walk

B. K.

Beautiful

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Amazing

M.

Great spot to visit

J.

Wow.

V. C.

Perfect perfect perfect

J. D. X.

Beautiful place.

K. E.

So magic

J. J. V. V.

Love the place

C.

Great place

N. N.

Easy track, we walked from the plateau down with babies in front packs which took approximately 30-40 minutes. Once there the views and pools were magical.

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(Translated) If you go through New Plymouth a visit to Mount Egmond is essential. For lovers of hiking it is an ideal place for many hikes of all levels. The Wilkies Pools are not the hardest. You will walk in a tropical vegetation, with majestic trees covered with exuberant moss, Sometimes acrobatic when large trunks are found in the middle of the path and water courses more or less filled following the precipitation. In the background you will Mount Egmond that if you feel like it you can climb at your leisure. To access it by the road you will cross a splendid forest but attention to the narrowness of the road and to the tight turns. (Original) Si vous passez par New Plymouth une visite au Mount Egmond s'impose. Pour les amoureux de la randonnée pédestre c'est un lieu idéal pour faire de nombreuses randonnées de tout niveau. Les Wilkies Pools ne sont pas les plus dures. Vous marcherez dans une végétation tropicales, avec des arbres majestueux couverts de mousse exubérante, Parfois acrobatique lorsque des troncs imposants se retrouvent au milieu du sentier et des cours d'eau plus ou moins remplis suivant les précipitations. En toile de fond vous aurez le Mount Egmond que si le cœur vous en dit vous pourrez gravir à loisir. Pour y accéder par la route vous traverserez une splendide forêt mais attention à l'étroitesse de la route et aux virages serrés.

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(Translated) Great hike highly recommended !! (Original) Tolle Wanderung sehr empfehlenswert!!

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(Translated) A beautiful jungle on the taranaki (Original) Een prachtig oerwoud op de taranaki

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(Translated) Great short hiking path. (Original) Toller Kurzwanderweg.

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