Nature

Monk seal resting on lava
Mammals

Read more about our monk seals, humpback whales, and dolphins.

Gull flying with blue sky background
Birds

Kaloko-Honokōhau is a prime spot for birdwatching — click to learn more.

Turtle resting on sand
Reptiles

Some of our most noteworthy and photogenic wildife.

School of fish underwater
Reef Fish

An incredible diversity of shapes, colors, and behaviors under the sea.

Sea urchin close-up
Invertebrates

Urchins, octopuses, shrimp, and more!

 
Yellow flower
Plants

Learn more about the plant life of Kaloko-Honokōhau.

 
Anchialine pool with vegetation growing
Anchialine Pools

Unique aquatic ecosystems made of brackish water.

Historic photograph of volcano
Volcanoes / Lava Flows

Kaloko-Honokōhau lies on lava from Hualālai volcano.

Tidepools on the ocean coast
Tidepools

Miniature habitats that host a rich array of marine life.

Close-up of coral
Coral Reefs

Coral reefs hold immense significance in Hawaiian culture.

Diver studying coral underwater
Coral Reef Program

Every summer, park SCUBA divers conduct surveys to monitor the health of coral reefs.

Last updated: April 23, 2025

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73-4786 Kanalani St. #14
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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808 329-6881 x1329

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