Captain Cook's Monument Trail
ANY
MED
NO
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mileage: 4 mi
Region: Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park
Elev. Gain: 1,300 ft
When to Go: Year-Round
Avg. Time: 2 hr
Parking: Roadside
Type: Out + Back
Pass: None
Know Before You Go:
This is a top snorkeling spot on the Big Island so bring your own snorkel gear!
Kayaking rentals are also available after you hike down to the ocean.
Bring bug spray; mosquitoes are in the tree line near the monument.
Trail can be muddy; be careful after a rainy day and wear shoes with good traction.
Some parts of the trail are overgrown with tall grasses.
