Near Kailua-Kona in Hawaii County, Hawaii — Hawaiian Island Archipelago (Pacific Ocean)

Waiulu Kīpuka

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 29, 2017

1. Waiulu Kīpuka Marker

Inscription. By virtue of being a named place, Waiulu was clearly known by the people of old. It is a place of note recounted by elders in the area. A hālau wa'a (canoe house) was located here, indicating a good landing. One of the important factors that make this a good seasonal habitation is the present of lave bubbles that served as water catchments.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.

Location. 19° 49.437′ N, 155° 59.828′ W. Marker is near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, in Hawaii County. Marker is on Kaupulehu Drive near Aina Kaha Place, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 72-100 Kaupulehu Drive, Kailua Kona HI 96740, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Waiulu Kīpuka (here, next to this marker); Habitation Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Ala Loa (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hawaiian Trail (approx. 0.2 miles away); Offshore Ko'a Moi (approx. 0.2 miles away); Kupe'e Concentration (approx. 0.2 miles away); Kumukea/Kumukēhu Point (approx. 0.2 miles away); Imu Fishing Area (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kailua-Kona.

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marker. This marker is located on along a public access coastal path in front Four Season Resort Hualalai. The path may be accessed via an unnamed road located on the south side of the resort. Stop at the gate and ask for a pass and instructions Kukio Beach.
The address given above is for the Four Season Resort.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 29, 2017

2. Waiulu Kīpuka Marker

Marker on left

Credits. This page was last revised on November 23, 2017. It was originally submitted on November 23, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 23, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.