Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens at a Glance
Situated on lush 400 acres (1.6 sq. km) in Kaneohe, at the foot of the majestic Koolau Mountain Range, Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens on Oahu is a peace peaceful park that is home to hundreds of plant species, divided into geographical regions as diverse as the Philippines, Africa, Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia, Tropical America, Polynesia, Melanesia and Hawaii.
The gardens were created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to provide flood protection for Kaneohe, and the facilities now include a day use area, campground and a center with a lecture room, exhibition hall, workshop and botanical library.
Head first to the visitors centre, where you’ll find information on guided tours (every weekend), special events and ethnic exhibits. If your idea of a perfect evening is gathered around a campfire toasting marshmallows, then you can apply for a camping permit here (available Fri-Mon.) Don’t forget to bring a stove and fuel (if you’d like to cook), insect repellent, rainproof tent and rain gear plus lanterns and flashlights.
Hoomaluhia means “to make a place of peace and tranquillity” in the Hawaiian language. To get a real grasp of the incredible diversity of the flora at Hoomaluhia, inquire about the nature walks, hiking, crafts and cloud-watching activities on offer, or just while away a quiet afternoon by the 32-acre (0.13 sq. km) lake (swimming is not permitted in the lake due to water impurities).
When you feel like a stroll, take one of the meandering trails past the lake and streams, over footbridges and alongside verdant meadows, where an endless array of flowers, fruits, bushes, vines and trees await the photographer, naturalist or curious botanist.
The park is open from 9 am to 4 pm daily (except Dec. 25th and Jan. 1st) and admission is free. Guided hikes are offered at 10 am on Saturdays and at 1 pm on Sundays (call 808-233-7323 to register). Permits for camping and other activities are issued at Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens (call 808-233-7323).
Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens in Bullet Points
- Lush botanical garden in Kaneohe, with beautiful views to the Koolau Mountains and tropical scenery
- Good place for a stroll in nature and for picture-taking
- Camping is permitted from 9 am on Fridays through 4 pm on Mondays
- Guided nature walks available (register in advance)
Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens Location / Directions
45-680 Luluku Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744-1855
From Waikiki (Ala Wai Blvd.), take a right onto McCully St. Then turn right at Kapiolani Blvd. Turn left at University Ave. and then slight right onto the ramp to Honolulu. Merge onto I-H-1 W and then take exit 20A to merge onto HI-63 N/Kalihi St. toward Likelike Hwy. Then take the HI-83 ramp to Kahekili Hwy and turn right at HI-63 N/HI-83 E. Take the first right onto Anoi Rd. and then turn right at Luluku Rd. Continue onto Park Access Rd.
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