How long does it take to hike to Captain Cook Monument?

How long does this hike take? The official recommendation is to give yourself 2-4 hours in total to go down and come back up. (Not including the snorkeling time.) It seems that many people can get down in around 45 minutes, and then taking longer on the way back up since it’s basically all uphill.

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How do I get to Captain Cook Monument Trail?

The only way to reach the monument is by boat, kayak, or foot. It is said that the water near the monument is one of the best snorkeling spots on the island. The hike down is easy enough. The slope is not too steep but watch out for any rolling rocks.

Can you drive to Captain Cook Monument?

The Captain Cook Monument is on the rocky north shore of Kealakekua Bay south of Kona, inaccessible directly by car.

How long does it take to kayak to Captain Cook Monument?

between 15 and 25 minutes
Kayak rentals Kayaking from the boat landing to the statue takes between 15 and 25 minutes (one way). Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and again, don’t forget your snorkeling gear!

What is the Captain Cook Monument in Hawaii?

Captain Cook Monument. Captain Cook Monument, Big Island. On January 17, 1779, Captain James Cook (the British explorer who discovered the Hawaiian Islands in 1778) and his crew sailed into Kealakekua Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Where did Captain Cook first land in Hawaii?

Captain Cook Monument. West Kauai. The small, western town of Waimea is where the English explorer Capt. James Cook first landed in the Hawaiian Islands in 1778.

What is the Captain Cook Trail and how do you use it?

The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. A short down and back up hike to the Captain Cook Monument. The monument was built in 1874 commemorating the fallen British explorer that was killed in 1779.

Why did James Cook go to Kealakekua?

James Cook was already well known for traveling and mapping the uncharted waters of the world when his crew landed at Kealakekua Bay in January of 1779 to repair a broken mast.