Big Island Hawaii. Part 2. Kohala Orientation.
December 2009.
Music by: Lyman.
The area was named after the dominating geological feature Kohala Mountain, the oldest of Hawaiʻi Island's five major volcanic mountains. The current districts cover the north and western sides of the mountain, 20°7′55″N 155°47′38″W. It was one of the five ancient divisions of the island called moku.
The natural habitats in Kohala range across a wide rainfall gradient in a very short distance - from less than 5 inches (130 mm) a year on the coast near Kawaihae to more than 150 inches (3,800 mm) year near the summit of Kohala Mountain, a distance of just 11 miles (18 km). Near the coast are remnants of dry forests, and near the summit is a cloud forest, a type of rainforest that obtains some of its moisture from cloud drip in addition to precipitation. This precipitation allowed the northeast coast to be developed into sugarcane plantations.
King Kamehameha I, the first King of the unified Hawaiʻian Islands, was born in North Kohala west of Hāwī, at an ancient site called the Moʻokini Heiau, preserved within Kohala Historical Sites State Monument. The original Kamehameha Statue stands in front of the community center in Kapaʻau, and duplicates are found at Aliʻiolani Hale in Honolulu, and in the US Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Other parks include Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area, Samuel Spencer Beach, Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site, Lapakahi State Historical Park. and kēōkea Beach County Park. The end of Akoni Pule Highway (Hawaii state route 270) provides access to Pololū Valley. The Hawaii Belt Road connects in the southern end of the Akoni Pule Highway to Kona in the south and Hāmākua to the east.
Kohala has two small airports. Upolu Airport is on Upolu Point at the northern tip of the island. Waimea-Kohala Airport is south of the town of Waimea, Hawaii County, Hawaii.
Waimea is a census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaiʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States. The population was 7,028 at the 2000 census. Since each U.S. state cannot have more than one post office of the same name and there are many 'Waimeas' on the islands of Hawaiʻi, the official USPS name for Waimea is Kamuela.
Waimea is the largest town in the interior of the Big Island, and is the center for ranching activities and paniolo culture. The Parker Ranch in and around Waimea is the largest privately-owned cattle ranch in the US, and the annual Fourth of July rodeo is a major event.
Waimea is also home to the headquarters of two astronomical observatories located on Mauna Kea, the W. M. Keck Observatory and the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope. (wikipedia)
Hike to Captain Cook's Monument on Kealakekua, Big Island, Hawaii
Captain Cook Monument on Kealakekua Bay Trail
Hiking: This hike is a fine walk through tall grass, open lava fields and dense, dryland forest, opening onto one of the most pristine ocean beaches in the world. Hiking down to the Captain Cook's Monument from Highway 11 is a great deal of fun—great scenery, wonderful trail that involves complete immersion in Hawai'ian pre- and post-contact history and offers the opportunity for some of the finest snorkeling anywhere on the planet. However, the return hike is hot, thirsty and strenuous; but it is also highly rewarding, granting panoramic views all up and down the Kona Coast. The trail leaves the Napo'opo'o Road just 500 feet below where it drops off Highway 11 near a large avocado tree, right across from a group of three coconut trees, right at telephone pole number 4; parking is tight, but safe. The parking spots and trailhead will show signs of obvious use, usually in the form of recently deposited horse apples from the many trail riders frequenting the area.
The first avocado tree is the harbinger of wonderful things to come, as the trail passes through an area rich in guava, mango, papaya and avocado that are free for the gathering. The 2.5-mile hike takes about 1-1 1/2 hours to descend, somewhat more time to come back up. After following a jeep road for about 50 feet, the trail turns left when the jeep road turns right onto private property. Although overgrown by tall grass for the next half mile, the trail runs more or less straight down the left side of a rock wall to the sea. As the pitch straightens out, keep to the left when the trail first forks and proceed to the beach. You will strike shore several hundred feet northwest of the monument—stroll through the remains of Ka'awaloa Village along the beach on your way to pay homage to Europe's most prolific explorer, James Cook. Remember to bear right at the trail junction when returning uphill, or you will face a long, hot and unpleasant time wandering the a'a fields of Napo'opo'o.
It is also possible, but much less pleasant, to hike most of the way to the monument along the shoreline from Napo'opo'o. This hike is an uninteresting exercise in scrambling over boulders along the beach and contains at least two places that have to be swum in rough water; as such, the safety of this trek is totally at the whim of ocean tides and swells. Highly not recommended.
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Kilauea Iki Trail - Top 10 Bucket List Hikes (Volcanoes National Park, Big Island, Hawaii)
This was one the best hikes in Volcanoes National Park! It seems to be the one that everybody does. You get great views from the rim, then inside the crater, it's like nothing else! You feel like you'll be swallowed by the volcano at any point! lol... It's definately a bucket list hike!
Kīlauea Iki Trail
Kilauea Iki Trail and Crater Rim Trail is a heavily trafficked loop trail located near Pahala, Hawaii, Hawaii that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is accessible year-round.
Great day hike down into and across a solid lava lake in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Klauea Iki Trail starts in the rain forest on the crater's rim. The trail descends 400 feet through the rain forest to the crater floor. Hikers will cross the still-steaming crater floor, past the gaping throat of the vent that built Pu'u Pua'i cinder cone, and return to your starting point via the crater's rim.
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Address: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718
Established: August 1, 1916
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is on Hawaii Island (the Big Island). At its heart are the Kīlauea and Mauna Loa active volcanoes. The Crater Rim Drive passes steam vents and the Jaggar Museum, which features volcanology exhibits and a viewpoint overlooking Halema'uma'u Crater. Thick ferns mark the entrance to the Thurston Lava Tube (Nāhuku). The Chain of Craters Road weaves over lava. Trails crisscross the park.
Kilauea Volcano:
Last eruption: May 3, 2018
Elevation: 4,091′
Prominence: 60′
Location: Hawaiʻi, United States
Volcanic arc/belt: Hawaiian–Emperor seamount chain
Kīlauea is an active shield volcano in the Hawaiian Islands that last erupted between 1983 and 2018. Historically, Kīlauea is the most active of the five volcanoes that together form the island of Hawaiʻi.
Did you know: Kīlauea erupted nearly continuously from 1983 to 2018, causing considerable property damage, including the destruction of the towns of Kalapana in 1990, and Vacationland Hawaii and Kapoho in 2018.
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Kapaau, Kailua Kona & Kailua Hawaii Rainforest and Waterfall Hike
We saved and paid for our vacation before it began. The plan was to fly straight from Atlanta to Hawaii, spend the night, then get on a cruise ship for 7 days to see 4 of the islands. Deloris planned excursions at every stop including rainforest hikes with waterfall swimming, zip lining, watching a sunrise from atop a 10,000 foot crater and biking down it, a luau, surfing lessons, and a helicopter tour of one of the islands. Epic doesn't describe it all. What a great way for us to celebrate 10 years of marriage. Awesome!
More on the Big Island of Hawaii
From Devin learns a little about food, history, and culture with Eric of Big Island Tourism at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo. Hawaii is known as one of the most romantic and picturesque vacation spots in the world. The Big Island takes up 2/3 of the land mass of Hawaii. Eric has some good tips for those visiting Hawaii and the Big Island in the future.
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Exploring a Sunken Past - Maritime Heritage in Hawaii
In this 13-minute historical documentary, learn about maritime history in and around the newly created Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument (Hawaii) from the early Polynesian explorers to the present. Follow marine archaeologists to old whaling wrecks, discover the stories behind several wrecks, and how each story fits into the broader context of maritime history in the Hawaiian Islands.
Produced by NOAA's Ocean Media Center for NOAA's National Marine Sanctuary Program.
For more information about our national marine sanctuaries and Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, visit sanctuaries.noaa.gov and hawaiireef.noaa.gov/
Kiholo Bay on the Big Island, Hawaii ハワイ島 キホロベイ
I almost missed this road to access Kiholo Bay because there was no sign, so my GPS was very helpful during our traveling in Hawaii. :) This road was not paved with concrete, so we slowly drove on this gravel road toward turquoise blue ocean. We parked a small parking spot and hiked toward the bay. During our walk to Kiholo Bay, we saw a wild small Indian mongoose in a forest very close to the beach.
Kiholo Bay
Mile Marker 81 On Hwy 11
Kailua-Kona, HI
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Honouliuli National Monument
Dedication of a new National Monument, The Honouliuli Internment Camp from WWII.
HAWAII - USA Travel Guide | Around The World
Hawaii (Hawaiian: Hawaiʻi, sometimes pronounced ha-VAI-ee by locals) is the 50th state of the United States of America. Situated nearly at the center of the north Pacific Ocean, Hawaii marks the northeast corner of Polynesia. While it was once a major hub for the whaling, sugar and pineapple industries, it is now economically dependent on tourism and the U.S. military. The natural beauty of the islands continues to be one of Hawaii's greatest assets. Honolulu is the state's capital, largest city, and cultural hub. Hawaiian and English are the official languages of Hawaii.
Hawaii is an archipelago of over nineteen distinct volcanic islands located over a geological hot spot in the Central Pacific. The Pacific plate on which the islands ride moves to the northwest, so in general the islands are older and smaller (due to erosion) as you move from southeast to northwest. There are eight major islands, six of which are open to tourism.
Hawaii (Hawaiʻi) – almost always called the Big Island to avoid confusion – is the largest of the islands and home to Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa (the largest and one of the most active volcanoes on Earth), Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, coffee and macadamia nut plantations, working ranches, and even green sand beaches. Kailua-Kona is the busiest part of the island on the dry, leeward side, and near the mega-resort Kohala Coast area with nearly zero annual precipitation. The saddle road (quite passable and a must see--despite what rental car companies say) passes between the massive volcanoes and connects Kohala with Hilo, the largest town on the windward side with annual precipitation of more than 300 inches per year. Unlike anywhere else on Earth and definitely worth a look.
Oahu (Oʻahu), nicknamed the Gathering Place, is the most populous and developed island. Its southern shore is home to the city of Honolulu, the state capital and largest city; four out of every five kama'aina (Hawaii residents) call it home. It is the governmental and commercial center of the state, and Waikiki Beach is arguably the best known tourist destination in Hawaii. Outside the city are pineapple fields, and the North Shore of Oahu, which is known each winter as the home of some of the largest waves in the world. The USS Arizona National Memorial at Pearl Harbor is also very popular visitor destination.
Maui is the second largest island in the chain and is home to 10,023 foot (3,055 m) tall volcanic mountain crater of Haleakala. It is nicknamed the Valley Isle for the narrow plain between Haleakala and the West Maui mountains. On the west side of the island are the resort areas of Lahaina, Kaanapali and Kapalua, while the south side is home to Kihei, and Wailea. On the east side is the tiny village of Hana, reached by one of the most winding and beautiful roads in the world.
Kauai (Kauaʻi), the Garden Isle, is home to several natural wonders, such as the Wailua River, Waimea Canyon, and the Na Pali Coast. Mount Waialeale is known as one of the rainiest spots in the world.
Molokai (Molokaʻi), the Friendly Isle, is one of the least developed islands in the chain. It is home to Kalaupapa, the leper colony on Molokai's north shore that was the home of Father Damien.
Lanai (Lānaʻi) was at one time completely owned by Dole Foods and was the largest pineapple plantation in the world; it is now home to several exclusive resorts.
Niihau (Niʻihau) is a privately owned island with an entirely Native Hawaiian population. Until very recently, the island was off limits to all but family members and invited guests of the owners. Tourism to the island is limited to helicopter, ATV, and hunting excursions originating on Kauai.
Kahoolawe (Kahoʻolawe), which was once a former U.S. Navy bombing range, remains uninhabited. Efforts are being made to rehabilitate the island, but cleanup efforts continue.
Cities :
Honolulu - state capital and most-populous city
Kahuku - on Oahu
Kailua - on Oahu
Lihue (Hawaiian: Līhuʻe) - on Kauai
Lahaina (Hawaiian: Lāhainā) - on Maui
Kahului - on Maui
Wailuku - on Maui
Hilo - largest city on the Big Island
Kailua-Kona - on the Big Island
Other Destinations :
Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail on the Big Island.
Haleakala National Park on Maui
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island
Kalaupapa National Historical Park on Molokai
Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park on the Big Island
USS Arizona National Memorial on Oahu
Waimea Canyon on Kauai
NaPali Coast on Kauai
Waikiki on Oahu
Top 10 Best Places To Visit in Hawaii
Top 10 Best Place To Visit in Hawaii - Oahu. Diamond Head. The Diamond Head walk is one of the most popular things to do in Waikiki, and for good reason. Waikiki Beach. Waikiki Beach needs little introduction. Kahanamoku Beach. Kuhio Beach. Hanauma Bay. Pearl Harbor. Lanikai Beach. North Shore Road Trip.
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(HD) Flying along the highest sea cliffs at Molokai Hawaii
Flyight along the worlds highest sea cliffs in Molokaʻi Hawaii . Enjoy this spectecular view which can only by seen by air travel !!! the Scenic journey was made possible trough my pilot friends at Maui Aviators in Maui Kahului.
World's highest sea cliffs depends also on the definition of 'cliff' that is used. Guinness World Records states it is Kalaupapa, Hawaii,[2] at 1,010 m high. source wikipedia
Haunted Places in Hawaii
Honolulu, Kailua, Wailuku, Haleiwa and more! Check out our picks for the top 10 most haunted places in Hawaii! From the streets of Maui to the cliffs of Oahu, the Aloha State is gorgeous.... and also terrifyingly haunted! Enjoy!
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The Best Places to Visit in Hawaii
The Best Places to Visit in Hawaii
America’s 50th state, Hawaii is a collection of eight islands located in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. Known for white-sand beaches and hula dancing, Hawaii offers a wide range of attractions and cultural highlights. The Hawaiian archipelago is the dream of every tourist who loves the sun and likes to spend his holiday lying on the beach, enjoying the crystal clear waters, surrounded by Hawaiian islands. A complete trip to Hawaii involves at least three islands, and preferably more. Let this video help you pick out some of the best places to visit in Hawaii.
#10.Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
#9.Kona Coffee Farm
#8.Waimea Canyon
#7.Haleakala National Park
#6.Na Pali Coast
#5.Molokai
#4.Hana Road,Maui
#3.Honolulu
#2.Hapuna Beach
#1.Waikiki
Snorkeling Hawaii’s Big Island
Filmed at Kahalu'u Beach Park and Honaunau Bay-Two Step (proper name: Pae'a).
Two-Step is really amazing.
Hawai'i has 75% of all the coral in the United States. Over 5,000 species of tropical fish, of which over 500 are found only in Hawai'i, making snorkeling and diving very special.
Hawai'i island often called the Big Island, is the largest and tallest of the main Hawaiian islands. It is 95 miles long (N-S) and 79 miles across (E-W), with a total area of 4,028 square miles. Its land area is larger than all the other islands combined. Its highest elevation is 13, 796 feet at Pu'u Wēkiu on the Summit of Mauna Kea.
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I visited some of my friends at the Waimea Parker School Farmers Market on the Island of Hawaii...
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