As we have often visited the southmost point on the island, today we visited the northmost point. It is known as Upolu Point. This is the closest point, on the island of Hawaii, to Maui which is visible across the channel. There is a very small airport on the point, equipped with a runway, a bench, and a telephone. But by following a dirt road to the west from the airport, you can find two historical sites: the Mookini Heiau and the birthplace of Kamehameha I.
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| Looking at Maui from Upolu Point. Lots of humpback whales were breaching nearshore today. |
The Mookini Heiau is one of the oldest archaeological sites on Hawaii, dating perhaps to 800 AD.
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| The Heiau as seen from the Kamehameha I site |
The birthplace of Kamehameha I is near the heiau. The boulders in the center of this site are reputed to be the stones where Kamehameha I was born. Lava rock walls surround the site. It is a peaceful site, looking towards Maui.
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| Looking south at the site |
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| The stones where Kamehameha I was born |
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| Looking north at the site |
The dirt road had recently received a lot of rain, so hiking out there required negotiating many moster puddles.
Tip du jour: Stay out of the mud for a more enjoyable day.
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