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Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Limited, gravel road parking at the trailhead.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Horseback riding is offered from a local ranch on a separate trail to the cave and the nearby Gillins Beach.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
The foot trail to the cave is well marked and includes a self-guided tour of the native flora.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
View of Haupu above the trail to the cave.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Dry, arid climate exists in this region of the island.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
View of the nearby restoration plantation hosting native species of plants and animals.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
The interior of the cave (ancient sinkhole) was restored with native plants.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Informational trailside placard above the cave.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Sign marking the cave entrance with security precautions to prevent vandals from entering.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Entering the cave requires some crawling through a tiny tunnel.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Makauwahi Cave.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Makauwahi Cave is well maintained by volunteers of a non-profit caretaking organization.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
A volunteer tour guide offers information about the area.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Informational trifold within the cave.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
06/24/2019
Fossilized sand.