Traditional Hawaiian kiʻi stand watch over Hale o Keawe, within the Royal Grounds of Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau.
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
National Historical Park · HI
Imagine you had just broken the sacred laws, the kapu, and the only punishment was death. Your only chance of survival is to elude your pursuers and reach the Puʻuhonua, a place of refuge. The Puʻuhonua protected the kapu breaker, defeated warriors, as well as civilians during the time of battle. No physical harm could come to those who reached the boundaries of the Puʻuhonua.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesSection of Trail Closed
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesAnnual and lifetime passes not available for purchase
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$20
Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$10
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available15 activities
Park Name
InfoPuʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoHI
Phone
Info8083282326
puho_info@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$35
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$55
Operating Hours
InfoSunset times vary throughout the year. For exact closing times, please see our Facebook page or call the visitor center.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Ruins, Arts + 20 more
Weather Info
InfoThe weather in the park is typically hot and sunny with daytime temperatures in the upper 80's. An excellent time to experience the park is in the morning and in the late afternoon when the temperatur
Getting There
InfoFrom Kailua-Kona: Take Highway 11 south, approximately 20 miles. Between mileposts 103 and 104, at the Hōnaunau Post Office, turn right towards the ocean onto Hwy 160. Travel 3.5 miles and turn left a
Location
Info19.4127° N, -155.9009° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website