Kapuaiwa Grove, Molokai

Kapuaiwa Grove at a Glance

Kapuaiwa Grove on Molokai is one of Hawaii’s oldest coconut groves. The first coconuts were planted here in the 1860s by King Kamehameha V. Back then, coconut trees encompassed about ten acres (40,468 sq. m) of land. Today, only a few hundred coconut trees remain at the grove.

Because of the danger that coconuts could fall from the trees and cause harm, no one is allowed to enter the grove. A military bunker still rests at the edge of Kapuaiwa Grove, a sad memory of World War II.

Sometimes referred to as the "Mysterious Taboo," Kapuaiwa Grove is located on the south shore of Molokai, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) west of Kaunakakai. It's a nice spot to visit during sunset. As the sun colors the sky, the dark shapes of the coconut trees with their long trunks and swaying leaves make for a beautiful view.

Reaching Kapuaiwa Grove is easy if you're coming from Kaunakakai. Drive east on Highway 460 and the coconut grove will be on your left. Just across the street is Church Row.

Kapuaiwa Grove in Bullet Points

One of Hawaii's oldest coconut groves
First coconuts were planted here in the 1860s by King Kamehameha V
You won't be able to enter the grove because of the danger of falling coconuts, but you can still view it from outside

Kapuaiwa Grove Location

Address: Maunaloa Hwy, Kaunakakai, Hawaii 96748

Kapuaiwa Grove Map (top)

Kapuaiwa Grove Weather (top)

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