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Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/16/2016
Kealakekua Bay is the Big Island's largest natural bay, and it is a Marine Life Conservation District.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/16/2016
The heiau at Kealakekua Bay remains a sacred spot, and access is kapu (taboo).
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/21/2016
Manini'ōwali Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/21/2016
There are some great waves for boogie boarding at Manini'ōwali Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
The path to Makalawena Beach leaves from the north end of Mahai'ula Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Makalawena Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Makalawena Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
A-Bay Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Rentals are available at A-Bay Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
The gate at A-Bay Beach that allows fish to swim into the Ku'u Ali'i fishpond.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
'Anaeho'omalu Bay Beach, otherwise known as A-Bay.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Rocks make Kukio Beach a little tricky for swimming, but there are still plenty of sandy places to enter the water.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Looking north toward Kikaua Point from Kuki'o Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Sea turtles frequently haul out for a rest at Kuki'o Beach. Always keep your distance to avoid disturbing their recovery.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Kikaua Point is a great beach for families because of its naturally protected bay and the shallow water.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
01/17/2017
La'aloa Bay Beach Park, also known as Magic Sands Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
01/17/2017
A volleyball net at La'aloa Bay Beach Park.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/16/2016
Kona Beach sits in front of the Marriott.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/16/2016
Downtown Kailua-Kona near the pier.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/09/2016
Makaiwa Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/19/2016
This cave near Makaiwa Beach was a home for groups of Hawaiians between 1500 and 1700 A.D.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/19/2016
The Kalahuipua'a Fishponds near Makaiwa Beach are fed by freshwater springs and ocean water.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/17/2016
Kikaua Point is a great beach for families because of its naturally protected bay and the shallow water.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
Mau'umae Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
Hāpuna Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
Mongoose are common in the shrubs and undergrowth at Hāpuna Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
The south end of Mauna Kea Beach is more for the public; the north end is predominantly for hotel guests.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
The Ala Kahakai National Scenic Trail runs south from Mauna Kea Beach toward Hapuna Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
Mauna Kea Beach from the south end.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
A Hawaiian canoe built to resemble historic models gives tours of the area from Mauna Kea Beach.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
12/11/2016
Sunset from Mauna Kea Beach.