The sun rises over Hualālai volcano, as seen from the historic kuapā (fishpond wall) at Kaloko.
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
National Historical Park · HI
Along the western coastline of the Island of Hawaiʻi lies the hot, rugged lava of Kaloko-Honokōhau. This seemingly barren and harsh landscape does not appear to be suitable for human existence, and yet, long before written history, the Hawaiian people built a thriving settlement upon this ʻaʻā lava.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available14 activities
Park Name
InfoKaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoHI
Phone
Info8083296881
kaho_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Park Visitor Center (Hale Hoʻokipa) is open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The physical address is 74-4968 Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy (please note that this is not a mailing address), and our contact number is 808-326-9057. The parking area is open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Vehicles must be removed from the parking area by 4:00 PM. The Kaloko Road gate is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. An alternative entrance, which provides shorter access to 'Ai'opio Fishtrap, is reached by following Kealakehe P
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Hale Ho'okipa Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Birds
Weather Info
InfoThe weather in the park is typically hot and sunny, with temperatures in the upper 80's.
Getting There
InfoKaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park is located on the west coast of the island of Hawai'i, approximately 3 miles south of the Keahole International Airport (Kailua-Kona Airport) and 3 miles nort
Location
Info19.6808° N, -156.0307° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website