Big Island of Hawaii at a Glance
The Big Island of Hawaii is an island of remarkable geographic diversity. Ranging
from volcanic slopes to tranquil coasts, the island offers exciting opportunities
for any traveler. Visitors to the Big Island have the chance to experience a live
volcano up close at Hawaii
Volcanoes National Park. In the city of Hilo,
the Mauna
Loa Macadamia Visitor Center features guided tours through the nut orchards
on the slopes of Mauna
Loa Volcano and allows visitors to see the nut processing plant and enjoy
free samples at the gift shop. Trails criss-cross the Big Island, offering prime
outdoor activities for hikers, bikers and horseback riders. The rugged Miloli'i
Beach Park offers a tranquil, undeveloped getaway from the pampered resort
experience. Island museums inlcude the Laupahoehoe
Train Museum, which tells the story of the Hilo Railroad which once transported
sugar cane across the island. Popular island destinations include Kailua-Kona,
which hosts the Kona
Marathon and Family Fun Run, and the Kohala
Coast.
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