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National Park of American Samoa
The Ofu, Olosega Unit
 
Beach scene at Olosega.
An NPS Photo by Gary Barbano.
The white coral beaches at Olosega and Ofu extend for miles.
 
The islands of Ofu and Olosega, sixty miles east of Tutuila and accessed by the airport at Ofu, have scenic beaches with spectacular Sunu’itao Peak and Piumafua Mountain backdrops. These islands have good examples of coral reefs in this part of the Pacific, and the best snorkeling waters in the Territory.
Pola Islands, Tutuila
Tutuila unit.
The Tutuila unit is accessible by car from Pago Pago.
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 Sea cliffs of Lata Mountain on Ta'u
Ta'u Unit
Ta'u is accessible by air from Pago Pago.
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 Scuba diver at Ofu Lagoon
Things To Do
Snorkeling or diving is a popular activity
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Diverse species of lobe corals in crystal clear Pacific waters  

Did You Know?
Coral reefs in American Samoa and Guam (with more than 200 coral species and 890 species of fish) have the greatest coral biodiversity of any United States park.

Last Updated: August 10, 2006 at 14:48 EST