Some of the most scenic beauty in the country can be found on one of the Hawaiian Islands. Numerous trails around the state may lead to stunning overlooks, hidden black sand beaches, enchanting waterfalls, or sparkling lagoons. In Kailua-Kona, there’s an easy hike that guides visitors to a black sand beach with a magnificent blue lagoon at Kiholo Bay. This small body of water is so breathtaking and inviting you will want to jump in for a swim right away.
The Kiholo-Huehue Trail is a 2.6-mile trail that can be found near Kailua Kona. This lightly trafficked loop is good for all hiking skill levels and only has a 206-foot elevation gain.
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The trail’s terrain is relatively flat with stones and vegetation and you will pass by several houses along the way. Wildlife is abundant in this area, so don’t be surprised if you stumble upon deer, mongoose, or a variety of forest and sea birds.
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Along the pathway, you will encounter a small pool of cold water that’s worthy of a stop. This is a collapsed, open-air lava tube known as the Kaenalele, although it is also referred to as “Queen’s Bath.”
Marcin Sieniek/AllTrails Keep in mind that this water hole is home to a fragile ecosystem, so please resist the urge to go swimming here.
The area of Kiholo Bay, which is part of Kiholo State Park Reserve, was formed by lava flows from Mount Hualalai in the early 1800s.
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When you get to the black sand and pebble beach, your jaw will drop at the sight of the turquoise lagoon! This gorgeous body of water is Wainanali’i Pond.
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You may see a few green sea turtles who love the calm waters of this lagoon. This is where many of them feed and bask along the rocks.
Mark Freeman/AllTrails Hawaii state law protects sea turtles so please keep your distance if you see one.
With a mix of fresh and seawater, this lagoon takes on a turquoise color, although many refer to it as a “blue lagoon.”
Camilo Salazar/AllTrails Just take some time to take in the breathtaking sight in front of you before going for a swim in the calm, refreshing water!
Have you hiked to this lagoon? How was your experience? Please let us know in the comments.
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Keep in mind that this water hole is home to a fragile ecosystem, so please resist the urge to go swimming here.
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Mark Freeman/AllTrails
Hawaii state law protects sea turtles so please keep your distance if you see one.
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Just take some time to take in the breathtaking sight in front of you before going for a swim in the calm, refreshing water!
Grab your hiking shoes and plan your lagoon adventure by visiting the Kiholo-Huehue trail webpage on AllTrails. Did you know that Hawaii has several lagoons you can visit along the coast? Visit our previous post to find out more.
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