Enjoy A Little Bit Of Everything On Hawaii's Mamalahoa Loop Trail
By Megan Shute|Published December 30, 2019
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Megan Shute
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
The Hawaiian Islands are not only home to magnificent beaches, but world-class hiking as well. And with near-perfect summer weather year-round, there’s nowhere better to lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails than our beautiful islands. If you’re searching for an easy trail that offers spectacular views, history, and so much more, look no further than the Mamalahoa Loop Trail.
Tucked away off the beaten path along the coast of Hawaii Island just north of Kailua-Kona is the one-of-a-kind Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park.
Named for the two ancient ahupua’a — or land divisions — that it covers, this park was established in 1978, though it existed in a fairly undeveloped state until recent years.
The addition of a new visitor center, restrooms, and trail markers has made it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
From fishponds, abandoned homes, and the ruins of ancient temples to impressive petroglyph fields, a canoe hale, and even a freshwater-fed pool surrounded by mysterious mounds, this park has it all when it comes to ancient Hawaiian culture.
Explorers, nature lovers, and history buffs alike will enjoy this unparalleled trail through one of Hawaii Island’s most underrated parks, so what are you waiting for?
For more information about the Mamalahoa Loop Trail, head on over to AllTrails. The Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Learn more on the National Park Service’s website. Have you ever embarked on this uniquely Hawaiian hike? If so, share your experiences and opinions with us in the comments below!
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