Event

Hiʻiaka & Pele

  • 10/06/2018 Location: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Kahuku unit - Hwy 11 near mile marker 70.5, Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Fee Information: Free Event Contact Name: Division of Interpretation Contact Email: E-Mail Us Contact Phone Number: 808-985-6011

     

    Hiʻiaka & Pele.   Discover two fascinating Hawaiian goddesses, sisters Pelehonuamea (Pele) and Hi‘iaka, and the natural phenomena they represent. Visitors will experience the sisters coming alive through the epic stories depicted in the natural landscape of Kahuku on this easy 1.7-mile walk on the main road in Kahuku.  Enter the Kahuku unit of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the mauka (inland) side of Highway 11 near mile marker 70.5, and meet near the parking area. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection and a snack are recommended.