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The second and final beach of the day was Ho’okena Beach. It’s a gray sand beach—yet another color of sand I’d never seen before. This was a great beach with lots of local families enjoying the waves. (Ho‘okena, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
Along the way, we came across the path of a lava flow from 2018. It’s just desolate. Almost like the surface of the moon.
Posted on October 24, 2021
Lunch stop: Hana Hou in Naahelu, the southernmost restaurant in the United States. At least that’s what they claim, and I have no reason to doubt them. The baked goods were excellent. (Naalehu, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
In this photo, you can see fresh water springs jetting to the surface in tidal pools. This keeps the pools colder than I’d care to swim in, but the kiddos didn’t seem to mind. (Punalu‘u, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
There were a whole bunch (A herd? A gaggle?) of turtles at Punalu’u. Most were just chilling on the beach, but some were grazing in the tidal pools. (Punalu‘u, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
Today was “beach day”. First stop: the black sand beaches of Punalu’u. It was like no other beach I’ve ever seen. (Punalu‘u, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
Dinner last night was Black Rock Pizza. I can’t say it’s the best pizza I’ve ever had, but it’s way above average. They have local beer, a really nice patio in the back, and the pepperoni rolls are outstanding. If I were local, I’d be happy to be a regular. ?
(Captain Cook, HI)
Posted on October 24, 2021
A question for people more familiar with Hawaii than me: When I see someone flying this flag, are they making a political statement? Just showing their pride in being Hawaiian? Something else?
