Nature

Black-crowned night heron
Birds

Many bird species can be spotted at Pu'ukoholā Heiau. See a list, including audio clips of their vocalizations.

Fin of a blacktip reef shark peeking out above water
Blacktip Reef Sharks

Blacktip reef sharks can often be seen in Pelekane Bay, especially in the early mornings. Learn more at Hawai'i Marine Mammal Consortium.

Breaching humpback whale
Humpback Whales

Humpback whales visit the waters off of the Kohala Coast during the winter months. Learn more from NOAA.

Hill with native pili grass
Pili Grass

A collaborative effort empowering local youth to help restore native pili grass at Puʻukoholā Heiau.

Butterfly
Nature at Kaloko-Honokōhau

Discover more about the natural sights you'll find in West Hawaiʻi from our neighboring park, Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historic Site.

Last updated: April 24, 2025

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Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
62-3601 Kawaihae Road

Kawaihae, HI 96743

Phone:

808 882-7218

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