The Blue Pools, on New Zealand's stunning West Coast, are a must-see for anyone taking part in a South Island Road Trip. These crystal-clear pools get their vibrant blue color from the reflecting light off the rock flour created by the glacier. To get to the pools, you must complete a 3.2km (2mi) out-and-back trail that is flat and well maintained, shaded the entire way. Once arriving at the beach area with rustic beauty, visitors are able to take in the majestic views of the pools, cross over hanging suspension bridges, and even take a plunge in the icy cold water! Other highlights include nearby attractions like Thunder Creek Falls, Lake Hawea, Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson and Franz Joseph Glacier, all giving visitors incredible sights they will never forget!