North Kohala Shoreline Hike  

The Kona Hiking Club will visit the birth site of King Kamehameha I, Mo’okini Heiau, and Upolu Point in North Kohala on Saturday, January 19, 2008.  This out-and-back shoreline hike will be approximately five miles round trip, over relatively easy terrain.  Humpback whales are often seen from this trail during the winter months.

We will meet at the Old Coast Guard Station at 9 a.m.  From Kailua-Kona, take the Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway to Highway 270 and continue north toward Hawi.  At approximately mile marker 19, turn left on old Coast Guard Station Road and continue to the parking area near the shoreline.

The weather is often clear with a nice ocean breeze, but also be prepared for rain, wind, and mud.  Participants should carry 2 quarts of water, wear boots or closed-toed shoes, and bring sunscreen and a snack or lunch.  A hiking stick, lightweight jacket, and hat are also recommended.

Visitors as well as residents are welcome to participate, and there is no charge.  Kailua area carpoolers should meet at Lanihau Center, in the corner near Buns-in-the-Sun.  Please park well away from the businesses.  Plan to arrive at 7:30 and depart no later than 7:45 a.m.  Carpoolers are encouraged to contribute toward gasoline costs, and hike leaders may or may not be present at the carpool location.

For additional information, please call Ruby at 987-0200.  See you there!

PLEASE NOTE: 

We encourage you to bring guests or pass on information about our hikes to others.  However, if you do so, PLEASE make sure to direct them to this website to review the hike announcement and description.  We want to make sure that everyone is prepared for the specific conditions that we might encounter on each hike.  Mahalo for helping us keep everyone safe!