| Volcano
- Lava
kahe mai ke ahi a Pele
Flowing is the fire of Pele.
Smooth pahoehoe lave, moves gracefully across the rough 'a'a.
Beaches
- Hapuna
The beautiful white sands of sunny Hapuna Beach,
provides a great locale for sun worshippers and water enthusiasts
alike. It's locted on the Kona side of the island near Kawaihae,
just off Highway 19.
- Hilo Bay
Nani wale ke 'ike aku I Hilo one
Beautiful to see is Hilo Bay
Gentle waves kiss the lovely black sands of Hilo Bay, site of
many state and local canoe competitions. Snowcapped Mauna Kea
overlooks the quaint town of Hilo.
Tropical Rain Forest
- Awapuhi
Honi ana I ke ala o na pua u'i Hawai'i
Kissing the fragrances of the flowers of Hawai'i
'Awapuhi'ula'ula (red ginger), is an ornamental plant found growing
in the wild and in the gardens of many Hawai'i island residents.
- Banyan Tree
Canopies of old banyan trees provide a wealth of
shade and beauty at many local parks. The long aerial roots eventually
develop into additional trunks.
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Waterfalls
- Rainbow Falls
- Akaka Falls
Pulu wale I ka wai o Akaka
Drentched in the waters of Akaka
Breathtaking Akaka Falls cascades an amazing 442 feet. Visitors
can often hear the melodic sounds of island birds when walking
through the park's cool, lush tropical vegetation.
Mauna
Kea / Mauna Loa
- Snowcapped
Ke kuahiwi kaulana o Keawe
The famous mountain of Keawe
Mauna Kea stands a majestic 13,796 feet above sea level, making
it the tallest mountain in the world. Its name literally means
White Mountain, and refers to its often snowcapped peak. In days
of old, this island was known as Moku o Keawe, the island of Keawe,
named after ruling chief Keawe.
Sports / Leisure
- Fishing
Local residents enjoy shoreline fishing in the
clear blue waters of Reed's Bay in Hilo.
- Canoe Paddling
A mixed crew (men & women) paddle in the warm waters
of Hilo Bay. Exciting regattas are held island and Statewide.
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