The Baths, National park at Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
The Baths is a stretch of coastline on Virgin Gorda with large granite blocks forming caves and natural pools. The rocks sit directly on the beach and create shaded passages between the open sea and calm water spots.
Millions of years ago, underground magma cooled and formed granite that later emerged through erosion. The volcanic layer disappeared, leaving only the massive rocks along the shore.
Visitors walk between the stones and reach small coves with sand and clear water. Families use the protected areas for swimming and snorkeling.
The path through the rocks is narrow and can be slippery, so water shoes are helpful. Anyone walking the full route to the next bay should plan about an hour.
Some rocks carry names like the Cathedral because the light refraction inside recalls church windows. These stone formations are older than the Caribbean islands themselves.
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