Kamaloʻula

Kamaloʻula Cultural Preserve

A cultural and agricultural resource

Kamalo’ula was an ancient village site on the South Shore of Kaua’i. During the days of sugar plantations the majority of the archaeological features in the area were destroyed or repurposed. Fortunately, the heiau at the front of the Kuhio Park as well as the loko iʻa fishpond were kept intact. The 16 acres adjacent to the park contains several additional features that have survived, including a small section of above-ground aqueduct, or auwai, which was overgrown with invasive species and heavily disturbed. As part of its commitment to the area, this land was generously donated to the Royal Order of Kamehameha I, Kaumualii Chapter by Kukui’ula (KDC) so that the site could be documented, conserved and protected for future generations. Stewarded by The Order in partnership with its non-profit 501c3 Nā Kahu o Hōʻai, and with the help of community and youth volunteers from all over the islands, we have begun a multi-year project to clear invasive species, while documenting, preserving and restoring these new archaeological discoveries.

Kamalo’ula is not open to the general public

As a privately owned site with important archeological features that need to be stabilized and preserved, as well as for safety reasons, Kamalo’ula Cultural Preserve is currently under restoration and is off-limits to the public. Residents who would like to request access to the site may do so either by: A) Contacting Na Kahu o Hoai and scheduling a guided tour of the area; OR B) Submitting a Request for Unguided Access.

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