List of pools of the Tongariro River facts for kids
The Tongariro River in New Zealand is a very special place. Unlike most rivers, many of its wider spots and marshy areas have their own official names! These unique spots are called pools. The Tongariro River is the main waterway that flows into Lake Taupō in the middle of New Zealand's North Island. It's also part of the larger Waikato River system.
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Discovering the Tongariro River's Special Pools
What Makes These Pools Unique?
The Tongariro River is famous for its many named pools. It's quite unusual because most rivers don't have so many officially named sections. New Zealand's official land information group, Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), recognizes these names. This makes the Tongariro River stand out!
Where Are These Pools Found?
There are more than 40 named pools along the Tongariro River. Most of them are located near the town of Tūrangi. This town is right at the river's delta, which is the area where the river spreads out before flowing into Lake Taupō. Some pools are also found a bit further upstream from Tūrangi.
Why Are These Pools Important?
These pools are very important for the environment and for people who enjoy outdoor activities. Many of them are popular spots for fishing, especially for trout. The unique names help people navigate the river and talk about specific locations easily. Each pool often has its own history or a story behind its name.
| Pool Name | Area | Coordinates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admirals Pool | 39°00′39″S 175°48′50″E / 39.01083°S 175.81389°E | Located above Tūrangi. | |
| Bain Pool | 38°58′25″S 175°48′38″E / 38.97361°S 175.81056°E | ||
| Barlows Pool | 39°01′05″S 175°48′39″E / 39.01806°S 175.81083°E | ||
| Beggs Pool | 39°07′48″S 175°49′24″E / 39.13000°S 175.82333°E | Much further up the river than other named pools, near the Waikato Falls. | |
| Big Bend Pool | 39°02′30″S 175°49′38″E / 39.04167°S 175.82722°E | ||
| Blue Pool | 39°02′39″S 175°49′45″E / 39.04417°S 175.82917°E | ||
| Boulder Pool | 39°02′29″S 175°49′32″E / 39.04139°S 175.82556°E | ||
| Breakaway Pool | 39°02′25″S 175°49′21″E / 39.04028°S 175.82250°E | ||
| Breakfast Pool | 38°59′54″S 175°48′47″E / 38.99833°S 175.81306°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Cattle Rustlers Pool | 39°00′58″S 175°48′39″E / 39.01611°S 175.81083°E | Located above Tūrangi. | |
| Cherry Pool | 38°57′16″S 175°46′37″E / 38.95444°S 175.77694°E | ||
| Cliff Pool | 39°02′20″S 175°49′21″E / 39.03889°S 175.82250°E | ||
| Cobham Pool | 38°57′15″S 175°47′10″E / 38.95417°S 175.78611°E | Within a large bend in the river about 2 kilometers south of the delta's mouth. | |
| Dans Pool | 38°56′45″S 175°46′40″E / 38.94583°S 175.77778°E | On Maketu Island at the northern tip of the Tongariro delta. | |
| DeLatours Pool | 38°57′50″S 175°47′37″E / 38.96389°S 175.79361°E | ||
| Downs Pool | 38°58′12″S 175°47′35″E / 38.97000°S 175.79306°E | ||
| Duchess Pool | 39°01′42″S 175°49′00″E / 39.02833°S 175.81667°E | ||
| Fan Pool | 39°02′26″S 175°49′32″E / 39.04056°S 175.82556°E | ||
| Fence Pool | 39°03′09″S 175°50′11″E / 39.05250°S 175.83639°E | Near where the river meets its smaller stream, the Whitikau Stream. | |
| Graces Pool | 38°57′40″S 175°47′50″E / 38.96111°S 175.79722°E | ||
| Hydro Pool | 39°00′05″S 175°48′46″E / 39.00139°S 175.81278°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Island Pool | 38°59′34″S 175°49′05″E / 38.99278°S 175.81806°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Jellicoe Pool | 38°57′39″S 175°47′10″E / 38.96083°S 175.78611°E | ||
| Jones Pool | 38°58′17″S 175°48′03″E / 38.97139°S 175.80083°E | ||
| Judges Pool | 38°59′19″S 175°49′14″E / 38.98861°S 175.82056°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Kamahi Pool | 39°00′28″S 175°48′40″E / 39.00778°S 175.81111°E | Located above Tūrangi. | |
| Log Pool | 38°58′22″S 175°48′22″E / 38.97278°S 175.80611°E | ||
| Lonely Pool | 38°59′14″S 175°49′13″E / 38.98722°S 175.82028°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Lower Birch Pool | 39°01′12″S 175°48′44″E / 39.02000°S 175.81222°E | ||
| Major Jones Pool | 38°59′48″S 175°48′47″E / 38.99667°S 175.81306°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Never Fail Pool | 39°00′23″S 175°48′44″E / 39.00639°S 175.81222°E | Located above Tūrangi. | |
| Poplar Pool | 38°57′15″S 175°47′40″E / 38.95417°S 175.79444°E | ||
| Poutu Pool | 39°02′09″S 175°49′00″E / 39.03583°S 175.81667°E | ||
| Red Hut Pool | 39°01′52″S 175°48′49″E / 39.03111°S 175.81361°E | ||
| Reed Pool | 38°58′27″S 175°48′07″E / 38.97417°S 175.80194°E | ||
| Sand Pool | 39°03′00″S 175°50′18″E / 39.05000°S 175.83833°E | Near where the river meets its smaller stream, the Whitikau Stream. | |
| Shag Pool | 39°01′44″S 175°48′52″E / 39.02889°S 175.81444°E | ||
| Silly Pool | 39°01′34″S 175°48′52″E / 39.02611°S 175.81444°E | ||
| Stag Pool | 39°00′51″S 175°48′52″E / 39.01417°S 175.81444°E | Located above Tūrangi. | |
| Swirl Pool | 38°58′53″S 175°49′00″E / 38.98139°S 175.81667°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| The Bends Pool | 38°58′03″S 175°48′05″E / 38.96750°S 175.80139°E | ||
| The Rip | 39°00′02″S 175°48′47″E / 39.00056°S 175.81306°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Upper Birch Pool | 39°01′24″S 175°48′45″E / 39.02333°S 175.81250°E | ||
| Upper Island Pool | 38°58′42″S 175°48′54″E / 38.97833°S 175.81500°E | Close to the town of Tūrangi. | |
| Waddells Pool | 39°01′55″S 175°48′49″E / 39.03194°S 175.81361°E | ||
| Whitikau Pool | 39°03′04″S 175°50′18″E / 39.05111°S 175.83833°E | Near where the river meets its smaller stream, the Whitikau Stream. |
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