The Kahuku Unit in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes

The Kahuku Unit

Located on the volatile shoulders of Mauna Loa, the Kahuku Ranch was once one of the biggest cattle ranches in Hawaiʻi, producing beef and hides for more than 150 years. The apparent tranquility of ranch-life, however, was punctuated by volcanic violence that continues to transform the land to this day.

The 116,000 acre rolling landscape became part of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park in 2003.

Learn more about activities available in the Kahuku Unit.
Kahuku is located in the district of Kaʻū, near mile-marker 70.5 on Highway 11, a one-hour drive from Kīlauea Visitor Center. The Kahuku Unit is only open certain hours and days of the week. See park website for details.

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