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Shipwreck Beach, Lanai, Hawaii
Located on the northeast coast of Lanai. ti get there from
Lanai City take 44 to the end of the road and hang a left. |
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The beach faces Kaohi Channel. The
Kalohi Channel has powerful currents with lots of reefs and many
boats have met their demise in it. |
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While not suitable for swimming,
Shipwreck Beach with it's |
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8-miles of beach is a great place to
sunbathe, picnic, fish, explore or walk. |
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We opted to walk about and explore. |
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The water is shallow and clear emitting
a blue, green color. |
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The landscape has minimal vegetation. |
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The 1940's Liberty Ship, an oil-tanker,
can be seen in the distance. |
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Ruins of an old lighthouse marks the
trail to the ship. |
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If you keep your eyes peeled, you will
find age-old petroglyphs carved into the rocks. |
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The beach is great place for a wild
panorama. |
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Or you can turn around and feel like you
are hiking in ancient times. |
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The terrain is rugged so bring sturdy
shoes. |
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The sun is bright, so I recommend lots
of sunscreen. |
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The wind blows here frequently and if
easily chilled, a light jacket is desirable. |
