Queen's Bath is worth the parking hassle (only about 10 spaces) and tricky hike down though short. A fun place to see the northern coastline and relax in clear water. If you wish, you can jump from a rock about 10 feet up depending on water level.
Bring reef protecting sunscreen, water and a hat. Be respectful and pack out what you bring. Kauai County has closed the access gate to Queen's Bath in Princeville for the duration of the winter months, effective immediately, for the safety of the public, according to a news release.
"Access to the gate is closed due to hazardous ocean conditions and anticipation of the winter season. The access gate to Queen's Bath has been closed for the winter season, effective immediately, reports the County of Kauai. Long-term Closure: The access gate to Queen's Bath in Princeville has been closed through winter due to hazardous ocean conditions and anticipation of the winter season.
Entry in these hazardous conditions can result in injuries or drownings. For up-to-date information about Kaua'i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit www. Queen's Bath surf report updated daily.
Surf forecast graph with detailed height, direction and period for swell waves. Queen's Bath in Princeville. (Photo Courtesy: Kauaʻi Fire Department) Effective immediately, the access gate to Queen's Bath in Princeville has been closed through winter in the interest of public safety, the Kauaʻi Fire Department announced Thursday morning.
"Access to the gate is closed due to hazardous ocean conditions and anticipation of the winter season," Kaua'i Fire Chief. The Queen's bath are relatively safe during the calm summer months when the ocean water is calmer but do pay attention to the waves and if there are any currents that are strong and drawing back out to the ocean. Pay attention to the wave action and conditions and watch other people entering before you consider entering the baths.
Effective immediately, the Ocean Safety Bureau has closed the access gate to Queen's Bath in Princeville through winter in the interest of public safety. The public is advised that entry to Queen's Bath during hazardous ocean conditions can result in injuries and drownings. Kauai officials have closed access to Queen's Bath due to dangerous ocean conditions, with a northwest swell of 8 to 12 feet, to ensure public safety.
Forecasted weather conditions the coming 2 weeks for Queens Bath.