Helmet Rock Introduction
Helmet Rock, also known as Hat Rock, is located about 2 kilometers from Yongxing Farm along the coastal highway. It is named for its resemblance to a soldier's helmet, with the indentation shaped like the brim of a military cap, standing proudly like a dedicated guardian under the blue sky. This unique and interesting formation is a major highlight along the southeastern coast of Orchid Island. According to the Tao (Yami) tribe legend, the giant rock was placed there by a giant, while another saying claims it was a stone that could not be lifted by ants. The geology of Orchid Island mainly consists of andesite lava containing hornblende, basaltic breccia, Pleistocene red clay, uplifted coral reefs, and Holocene alluvial and colluvial deposits, which have formed the island's most fascinating rock landscapes through natural processes of coastal erosion and weathering. In addition to Helmet Rock, other famous rock formations on Orchid Island include Red Head Rock, Crocodile Rock, Twin Lions Rock, Dragon Head Rock, Old Man Rock, Hen Rock, Jade Girl Rock, Five Hole Cave, Tank Rock, Elephant Trunk Rock, Warship Rock, and Bun Rock. More travel tips for Orchid Island.
