Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
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Hiking Checklist
Day Hiking Checklist Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every person will carry every item on every day hike. Helpful Pre-hike Hints: Check that shoes soles are fully intact before hike Clip toenails straight across and short The Ten Essentials (for safety, survival and basic comfort) 1. Navigation Map (with protective case) Matches or lighter Compass GPS (optional) 2. Sun protection Sunscreen and lip balm Sunglasses 3. Insulation Jacket, vest, … [Read More...]
Liability Waiver
*Prior to each hike, all participants are required to sign the following waiver: “I understand that the areas that the Kona Hiking Club will be visiting today can be dangerous on account of natural conditions or the activities or negligence of man. I realize that the hike organizers are untrained volunteers, and have no expertise in navigation, first aid, rescue, or dealing with emergency situations, beyond that of the average hiker. Therefore, I assume full responsibility for my own safety. I … [Read More...]
Puako Boat Ramp north to Spencer Beach Park-April 19, 2025-RSVP Required by April 17!
The hike will be approximately 4 miles in length one way. Although the hike is considered moderately easy, we will be hiking at medium to low tide over wet coral/lava and across some exposed red dirt jeep trails. Also, we will be hiking the beaches past many major resorts. For more information about the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail: http://www.nps.gov/alka/parkmgmt/upload/ALKA_CMP_low-resolution.pdf Hikers will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the first Spencer Beach parking lot directly ahead … [Read More...]
Kauhola Point Lighthouse to Kapanai’a Bay-May 17, 2025 RSVP Required by May 15
The Kona Hiking Club will hike to the Kauhola Point Lighthouse and then on to Kapanai'a Bay on Saturday, May 17. The beach is pebbly and the surf rocky and murky so swimming is not recommended. No lifeguards will be present. Total hike distance will be three to four miles over moderate terrain and will take between three and four hours hiking time. We will meet at Kapanaia Bay then carpool to the lighthouse area for a one way hike from there to our destination at Kapanaia bay. The road to … [Read More...]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 19, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our hike will take us to a spring with a view overlooking Waiohinu "Shining Waters". We will start in a forested area near 68mm and hike about 3 miles on a forested 4WD road where we will connect with a paved road to the spring. The top of this road is one of the few places on the island from which you can see both sunrise and sunset on a clear day with scenic views of the entire Ka Lae (South … [Read More...]