Makole’a Trail
On our first time on the Big Island of Hawaii we were stunned by the vast areas of black, ragged lava flows on the whole South Kohala Coast. These were recent lava flows – 1801 and 1859. The area north … Continue reading →
On our first time on the Big Island of Hawaii we were stunned by the vast areas of black, ragged lava flows on the whole South Kohala Coast. These were recent lava flows – 1801 and 1859. The area north … Continue reading →
The Polulu Trail follows the steep cliffs and deeply cut valleys on the northeast end of the Big Island of Hawaii. The trailhead is at the end of the road. We followed Highway 270 north along the Kohala Peninsula and … Continue reading →
One of the premier resorts and beach areas on the coast of the Big Island of Hawai’i is at Anaehoomalu Bay, but almost everyone calls it A Beach. It is a beautiful, protected sandy crescent, perfect for families. Lava flows … Continue reading →
Mauna Kea rises to 13, 800 feet above the sea level shores of the Big Island of Hawaii. It is the tallest mountain in Hawaii, but it really starts far below the ocean, making it the tallest mountain on Earth … Continue reading →
Puako Petroglyph Preserve is located on the west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, close to Mauna Lani Resort area. The Malama Trail starts at the parking lot and works its way through scrub forest and lava flows to … Continue reading →
Much of the Island of Mauai is Haleakala, a 10 000 foot shield volcano. We can drive to the summit, entering Haleakala National Park on the way up. The Visitors Center is on the rim, just below the highest point … Continue reading →