Kaloko'eli Fishpond, Molokai
The well-preserved Kaloko'eli Fishpond can be seen from the shoreline of the Molokai Shores Resort. It is located in Kamiloloa on Molokai's south shore.
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Kaloko'eli Fishpond
Kaloko'eli Fishpond is a traditional Hawaiian fishpond in Kamiloloa on Molokai's south shore, known for aquaculture history, shoreline views and ongoing restoration.
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Location, Parking and Directions
Kaloko'eli Fishpond is located off Kamehameha V Highway in the Kamiloloa area on Molokai's south shore, east of Kaunakakai and near Molokai Shores. The map marker identifies the fishpond shoreline area. Use public access points only and avoid entering private or restoration areas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kaloko'eli Fishpond?
Kaloko'eli Fishpond is in the Kamiloloa area on Molokai's south shore, east of Kaunakakai and near the shoreline by Molokai Shores.
What is Kaloko'eli Fishpond?
Kaloko'eli Fishpond is a traditional Hawaiian fishpond, or loko i'a, connected with Molokai's long history of coastal aquaculture.
How large is Kaloko'eli Fishpond?
Ka Honua Momona notes that Kaloko'eli had a recorded area of 27.6 acres in 1901.
Is Kaloko'eli Fishpond fully restored?
No. The pond remains an important cultural site, but restoration is ongoing because walls were damaged, sections washed away and invasive mangrove and gorilla ogo affected the pond.
Can visitors walk into Kaloko'eli Fishpond?
Visitors should view the fishpond respectfully from public shoreline areas and should not enter restoration areas, climb on walls, move rocks or disturb the pond.
What other places are nearby?
Nearby places include Kaunakakai, Niaupala Fishpond, One Alii Beach Park and Kamiloloa Beach along Molokai's south shore.