Kahuku Shoreline

On this beautiful hike along one of the last undeveloped shorelines on O‘ahu, learn about native shoreline plants, such as beach akoko and hinahina. Our destination is an area where there are fossilized plants and snails, perhaps thousands of years old. After lunch, we retrace our steps to the parking lot and may be lucky enough to see a monk seal. Be prepared for strong sun exposure and walking in soft sand.

A $5 donation is requested for each non-member, age 18 or over.

Elevation Gain: none

Trail Conditions: Sandy terrain. Please do not disturb the wildlife.

Trail Features: Native flora and fauna (monk seals, turtles, albatross, other native birds).

Trail Route: Out and back.

Native Plants: pohuehue, naupaka, hunakai, alena, hau, ‘akoko, hinahina

Moku & Ahupua’a: Ko’olauloa & Kahuku.

Historic Information: Although the area is now open and windswept, the area was formerly known for various springs, hala groves, and fishponds along the shoreline.

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