Welcome to the Kiholo Bay Overlook Geocache Adventure, a hidden treasure waiting for you to discover the natural beauty and history of Kiholo Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii. This geocache will lead you to a breathtaking spot just above Kiholo Bay, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the pristine waters, lava formations, and stunning coastline.
Originating in 1820, Kīholo Bay was created as a man-made fishing pond for King Kamehameha the Great. The recreational area was bordered by rock walls 6 feet tall and 20 feet wide. These walls were destroyed in 1859 when an eruption from Mauna Loa, located 48 km away, caused the pond to be submerged in a flow of lava. The hardened lava from the eruption created the characteristic black pebble beaches of Kīholo Bay. The large stones that surround the tide pools are remnants of the walls built by Kamehameha. This historic area is now under government regulation and protection as the Kīholo State Park Reserve.