Devil’s Bath

Devil’s Bath is thought to be the only, and therefore largest, cenote in Canada. The sinkhole has a 359 m diameter and a depth of about 44 m. The cenote is fed by an underground spring and the constant rain that the area receives helps.

A cenote is a large water-filled sinkhole found in limestone. Acid and other minerals in the local water systems dissolve the limestone, leaving behind features such as caves. Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is famous for its cenotes. Many of which are open to the public. The Devil’s Bath cenote connects to the Benson River system, some 200 m away, via an underwater cave.

You can visit the cave system, which is very muddy. You can even bring an inflatable kayak to explore an underground lake. However, to reach the lake there are some underwater cave passages that you need to pass through. Please bring a knowledgeable guide if you plan to explore the lake and cave system.

If you don’t want to explore the cave system there is a viewing platform above the cenote, where you can look into the depths below. The viewing platform is part of the Alice Lake Loop, which includes sites like the Eternal Fountain and Vanishing River. The area also has benches and is a good stop along the loop to enjoy nature with a snack.

The Alice Lake Loop takes a few hours but has many wonderful spots to stop at along the way. Devil’s Bath is along the main road and is easy to access, unlike sites like Reappearing River.