Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge - Kalaeloa Unit
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4.0 (14)A quiet coastal sanctuary in Kapolei sheltering rare plants and nesting grounds for endangered Hawaiian waterbirds.
Description
This section of the refuge is dedicated to restoring coastal wetland ecosystems, serving as critical foraging ground for the aeʻo (Hawaiian stilt), ālae keʻokeʻo (Hawaiian coot), and ālae ʻula (Hawaiian gallinule). Valued for observing native waterbirds, the remote landscape sits directly amidst Kapolei's urban and industrial backdrop, with visitors noting limited access and rugged surroundings.
Good to know
Limited accessRugged surroundings
