Keauhou Holua Slide, Ancient stone slide in Keauhou, Hawaii, United States
The Keauhou Holua Slide extends 2,600 feet down a stone track constructed from layers of lava rock and fine ash materials.
During ancient Hawaiian times, this sliding course stretched over 5,280 feet to Heeia Bay, serving as a location for traditional sports competitions.
Both male and female members of Hawaiian nobility participated in holua sledding activities, racing down the steep slope on wooden sleds called papa holua.
Visitors can view the historic slide structure from Alii Highway, near the Kona Country Club golf course clubhouse in Keauhou.
The construction method involved specific layering of pahoehoe lava rocks topped with pili grass to reduce friction for optimal sliding conditions.
Location: Hawaii County
GPS coordinates: 19.56230,-155.95800
Latest update: March 19, 2025 12:41
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