2024 Hawaii

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As we made our way to Volcano National Park from Waikoloa Beach area, we made a stop at the southernmost point the United States (territories not included). South Point Complex is a National Historic Landmark – designation due to the original settlement of the islands first inhabitants.

It was an interesting 12 mile drive with horse ranches and farmland all around. It didn’t feel like we were in a tropic region – very low humidity on this day.

Upon reaching the end of the road, there were people fishing off the cliff. A short walk took you to a “lighthouse” (not a lighthouse in the traditional sense). From the shore, we could see whales blowing.

There was also a water cave blowhole in the area. Some people were debating if they should jump in – we were thinking NO WAY!

BlowHole at South Point – you might want to turn your sound down/off. Lots of wind noise.

Next stop: Volcano House for dinner and sleep!

Other Posts for this trip:
Post 1 – The Big Island (Hawai’i) – Day One
Post 2 – Big Island (Hawai’i) – Kaloko-Honokohau NHP
Post 3 – The Big Island (Hawai’i) – The Painted Church
Post 4 – The Big Island (Hawai’i) – Greenwell Farms coffee tour
Post 6 – The Big Island (Hawai’i – Volcano National Park

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Next stop: The Painted Church (actually St Benedict Roman Catholic Church). As we pulled into the parking lot, we were blessed with the sounds of the choir practicing! The grounds are so peaceful. Father John Velghe painted biblical murals inside the cathedral-feeling church from 1899-1904.