This lagoon is one of the most beautiful spots in the Pureora Forest Park park, surrounded by tall rimu and kahikatea that reflect in the water.

The track is well-formed with a boardwalk snaking through the trees to a platform beside the lagoon – a shallow ephemeral wetland surrounded by swamp forest.

From SH32 turn onto Waihora Road (signposted). Follow this gravel road for about. 7 km before turning into the Waihora Lagoon car park.

The gravel road is in disrepair and is only recommended for 4WD vehicles. 

The lagoon can dry out in summer.