Hawaiian Monk Seal Traditional Cache
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This is no park and grab! You must walk down a short and slightly steep path to the beach, then along the sandy shore. Total walking distance approx 1 mile depending where you park..
Great snorkeling and surfing spot. The container is a black plastic bottle with a pen and log in it. Cell phone signal may be weak or zero.
The endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal can often times be spotted sunbathing on this beach. It is the only seal native to Hawaii and there are only approximately 1,100 left. Once I found out that monk seals frequent this beach, I made a goal to try and see one before the end of the year. Within a month I was able to see my first Hawaiian monk seal after going to this beach twice a week. You will know there is one present if there are signs posted at the water fountain near the trail head advising dog owners to leash their dogs due to a seal sunbathing. The Dept. of Land and Natural Resources will place cones around the seal and a marshall is present to watch for violators and issue fines. While the seals may look cute and cuddly, they have teeth and weigh 300+ pounds and CAN move fast if threatened. Enjoy the sighting and be respectful.
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