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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
The hike begins at the parking area used for the popular Kahili / Quarry Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
While paths to the beach head downslope to the right, a visible trail will head to the left - this is the more direct route.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Upon coming out of the trees at the Kilauea Stream, which forms a gentle swimming hole.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Cross the stream where it meets the ocean and head up through the trees on the opposite side.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Opposite the beach, the route out toward the rocky point becomes clear.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
The flat trail becomes rocky as the landscape juts out toward the sea. Still easily walkable, but slick uneven rocks may cause some slower going.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
For years, a sugar company discarded old materials here, which have since rusted into the landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
At Mokolea Point, several large pools sits in the lava shelf.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Discarded sugar equipment at the Pools of Mokolea.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
The pools support their own fish and crabs, which can be seen when the winds and waters are calm.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Holes in the shelf form hypnotizing pools that rise and fall with the waves.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/02/2021
Pools of Mokolea.