The Baths

The world-famous Baths on Virgin Gorda, is a stunning geological wonder where giant granite boulders form caves, tunnels, and secret tidal pools, creating a unique maze leading to white-sand Devil's Bay beach with great snorkelling and views. Navigate a trail through the formations, clambering over rocks and wading in shallow pools.  It's a popular national park and another not-to-be-missed attraction in the BVI.

This collection of massive granite boulders as large as 40 foot in diameter​ is a result of molten rock seeping up into the existing volcanic rock layers. The molten rock did not reach the surface, so it cooled slowly and formed a hard crystalline granite layer. Further shrinkage and cracking formed blocks, which were exposed when the softer volcanic rock above eroded away. Weathering rounded the corners of the boulders to what they are today. These massive boulders are also found at Fallen and Broken Jerusalem.

​A series of steps and rope handrails guide explorers along a trail through the boulders from the beach at The Baths to the sandy expanse that is Devil’s Bay. This is a physically challenging trail that includes small spaces, wading through water and bending down in boulder areas.

There is a one way system in place on the trail due to high visitor numbers at The Baths and Devil's Bay National Parks.

Footwear: Water shoes or sturdy sandals are highly recommended, not flip-flops, due to slippery rocks and steps.

What to Bring:
Water, minimal belongings, and a waterproof bag for essentials.

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