Queen's Bath, Princeville

Beautiful spot on the north shore! The lava rock formations looks awesome in contrast to the blue waters. Make sure to bring water shoes with grips. No flip flops as the the lava rocks are rough and slippery. Parking is tight but you can park at the golf course across the street for 20 dollars for the day. There is usually a music and arts festival at the golf course every Wednesday so parking is free. I lucked out by visiting on Wednesday. The walk from the golf course is about 15 minutes and the hike down to the bath is additional 20 minutes. Overall recommend this place.

Beautiful rock formations! The hike down is short, about 15-20 minutes to get down to the rocks then another 5-10 minute to get to Queens Bath. The hike down to the rocks is steep and can be very slippery. It’s about as steep as stairs with roots and mud for footing. You could do it in water shoes, some people did it in flip flops (one slipped) but light hiking boots will make footing feel better. Walking down by the water and on the rocks isn’t too bad, just watch your footing so you don’t twist an ankle. Once you get down the main trail, make a left and keep walking till you see a totally enclosed pool. Look at some of the tide pools walking in, there’s lots of life. WARNING- Be careful at high tide especially in the winter. The waves will come up and into the pool and when the current pulls out some tourists have been dragged out to sea over the Queens bath lip. Always watch the waves before getting into the ocean. Very beautiful and would do it again.