Explore the picturesque Royal Grounds and catch a game of Kōnane on the shores of Hōnaunau Bay.
Photo: NPS / Chisholm
About
Imagine you had just broken the sacred laws, the kapu, and the only punishment was death. Your only chance of survival is to elude your pursuers and reach the Puʻuhonua, a place of refuge. The Puʻuhonua protected the kapu breaker, defeated warriors, as well as civilians during the time of battle. No physical harm could come to those who reached the boundaries of the Puʻuhonua.
Location
84-5559 Keala o Keawe Rd.
HWY 160
Hōnaunau, HI 96726
Entrance Fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle$20.00
Entrance - Motorcycle$15.00
Entrance - Per Person$10.00
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups$0.00
Hours
wednesday8:15AM - Sunset
monday8:15AM - Sunset
thursday8:15AM - Sunset
sunday8:15AM - Sunset
tuesday8:15AM - Sunset
friday8:15AM - Sunset
saturday8:15AM - Sunset
Activities
Arts and CultureCultural DemonstrationsFishingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramSnorkelingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
Directions
From Kailua-Kona: Take Highway 11 south, approximately 20 miles. Between mileposts 103 and 104, at the Hōnaunau Post Office, turn right towards the ocean onto Hwy 160. Travel 3.5 miles and turn left at the Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park sign. Travel times will vary due to traffic conditions in North Kona.
Get directions →Weather
The weather in the park is typically hot and sunny with daytime temperatures in the upper 80's. An excellent time to experience the park is in the morning and in the late afternoon when the temperatures are a bit cooler. The park occasionally closes because of high winds or dangerous storm conditions. Please check with the visitor center or your hotel for any weather advisories or hazardous conditions on the day of your visit.