Queen's Bath is one of the most unique and refreshing swimming
areas on the island. The "pool" is carved into a lava shelf and is
the size of several large swimming pools. The government has
recently closed this site during the winter months due to law suits from
tourist who have been hurt from natural conditions.
When the surf is cooperating, usually in the
summer months, the water is calm and crystal clear. However, if the
surf is pounding you can't even find the pool.
A small, freshwater stream flows nearby and is
the perfect place to rinse off after sunning and swimming in the
Bath.
Views of the ocean and the rocky shoreline here
are fantastic. Even when the surf is fairly calm, waves crash on
the rocks shooting spray high into the air. Small fish and tiny
sealife also call Queen's Bath home.
Useful Information:
Only enter the pool when the surf is calm
Use caution as the rocks are often slippery
Do not swim in the open ocean here due to strong currents and
rocks
No facilities
Use extreme caution on the path to the pool as it is often
slippery and wet
DO NOT dive into the pool due to large rocks and shallow
areas
DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 56 to Princeville. Turn right on Ka Haku Road. Turn
right on Punahele and right again on Kapiolani. Park along the road
at the end of Kapiolani and follow the dirt trail along the stream
for about 25 yards. At the end of the trail turn left for about 300
yards to the Bath.
