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.

Kaloko-HonokōHau National Historical Park

The sun rises over Hualālai volcano, as seen from the historic kuapā (fishpond wall) at Kaloko.

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

These historic fishponds sustained life along Kona's coast. Seen here is ʻAimakapā fishpond from above.

One of our most popular areas is Honokōhau Beach, where you can see the historic ʻAiʻopio fishtrap.

All kinds of wildlife inhabit Kaloko-Honokōhau, including the kōlea (Pacific golden plover).

Almost half the park exists underwater. In addition to the nearshore coral reefs, we also have hundreds of anchialine pools (some of which are home to the native ʻōpaeʻula shrimp).

Kaloko-Honokōhau perpetuates historic Hawaiian traditions, including at an annual children's festival at Honokōhau Beach.

Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park

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