Onomea Arch, Big Island of Hawaii

Object/Artifact

Hawaii's History, A Personal Collection

Author's Personal Collection

Onomea Arch fell during an earthquake in 1956, and today appears as a wide crevice in the cliff on the north side of Onomea Bay which can be viewed from Ocean Vista in the Garden.

Name/Title

Onomea Arch, Big Island of Hawaii

Description

Onomea Arch, Big Island of Hawaii Onomea Arch used to stand on the north side of Onomea Bay. Carved into the lava rocks by the waves, legend has it that King Kamehameha threw his spear into the rock which created a huge tunnel and arch. This famous landmark attracted visitors to Onomea Bay long before the Garden was established. Onomea Arch fell during an earthquake in 1956, and today appears as a wide crevice in the cliff on the north side of Onomea Bay which can be viewed from Ocean Vista in the Garden. Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden Credit

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History of Onomea Arch

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hawaiiancovers@gmail.com

Create Date

August 26, 2023

Update Date

August 26, 2023