Queen's Bath, Natural tide pool in Princeville, Kauai, United States
The large ocean pool forms within black lava rocks on the north shore, connecting to the sea through underground channels and surface waves.
The site contains the largest concentration of Hawaiian petroglyphs, with ancient markings etched into the surrounding volcanic stones over generations.
The name derives from a similar formation on Big Island where Hawaiian royalty once bathed before its destruction by volcanic activity in 1983.
Access requires a demanding ten-minute descent on an unpaved trail, followed by careful navigation across wet volcanic rocks to reach the pool.
During summer months, the pool houses numerous tropical fish species and green sea turtles that swim in through the underwater rock passages.
Location: Kauai County
GPS coordinates: 22.22972,-159.48556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:56
The Hawaiian Islands offer beaches with white, black, and red sand, formed through volcanic activity and coral erosion. Coastal areas display tide pools, sea caves, and lava formations. Inland, hiking trails lead through rainforest valleys to waterfalls and historic Heiau temples, which served as ceremonial sites for the Polynesian inhabitants. The volcanic geology has created lava tubes, craters, and calderas that are now accessible to visitors. Botanical gardens preserve native plant species, while archaeological sites like ancient settlements and petroglyph fields provide insights into pre-European history. The islands also feature limestone caves with marine fossils and reefs suitable for snorkeling.
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