It's bath time - Cow Stream Hot Pools

Join us as we tackle one of the South Island's best-kept secrets — the Cow Stream Hot Pools. This remote high country route puts your 4x4 to the test with river crossings, rutted tracks, and classic South Island backcountry terrain, before rewarding us with a soak in natural hot pools tucked away in the New Zealand wilderness. If you're into 4WDing, off-roading, or overlanding in New Zealand, this video is for you. We cover everything from track conditions and difficulty rating to vehicle setup, recovery gear, and tips for tackling South Island high country 4x4 tracks safely. Whether you're driving a Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser, Nissan Patrol, or any other off-road rig, this track offers a great mix of technical driving and stunning Canterbury high country scenery. Perfect for anyone researching 4WD tracks in the South Island, hunting for new off-road adventures, or planning a trip to New Zealand's hot pools and backcountry hot springs. Subscribe for more South Island 4WD track guides, overlanding trips, and off-road adventures across New Zealand's high country.