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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
An easy-to-miss yellow gate is the only marking along the road for the Kawa Bay site.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
The path to the beach is mostly flat double track.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
There are many sacred historic structures along the walk to the bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
Though shady in some spots, the trail is mostly exposed, with several forks. All will eventually lead to the bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
Kawa Bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
A few tables and a couple trash cans are the only amenities along the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
The K‘alāiki intertidal fishpond lies just a short walk to the south of the bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
Freshwater Kawa spring that feeds the estuary pond.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/21/2022
Stones engraved to be Kōnane boards are visible in the area.