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  Captain Cook
Monument Trail
 
 
     
 
 
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QUICK FACTS  
   
Difficulty Rating: Stenuous Best Time To Go: Before 10 am to beat the heat and catch the best snorkeling conditions.
   
Distance: 3.6 miles round trip Recommended Map: USGS' "Honaunau Quadrangle" Map
   
Estimated Time: 3 hours Trail Head GPS: N 19 29.543 W 155 55.085
   
Elevation Gain: 1,300 feet Trail Head Directions: From Kailua-Kona, drive 10 miles south on Hwy. 11. After passing through the town of Captain Cook, turn right on Napo'opo'o Road. After the second telephone pole on the right, look for a wide open spot on the shoulder. Park there, across the street from the residence at 81-6236 Napo'opo'p Rd.
 
Costs/Permits: None
 
Pet Friendly: No
 
 
     
 
 
     
  OVERVIEW  
     
  There are two ways to get to the spot on Kealalekua Bay where Captain Cook died: by boat or trail. The latter involves a steep 1,325 foot decent (a real quad burner on the way back up), with some unforgettable views along the way. Bring a mask and fins - one of the best snorkeling spots in Hawaii awaits at the bottom........  
     
  NOTE: For more detailed information and maps on this or any other hike in Hawaii we highly recommend for purchase the Big Island Hiking book at this website: click here  
     
     
                 
                 
                 
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