Kahoolawe, Volcanic island in Maui County, United States.
The smallest of Hawaii's main islands spans 45 square miles with its peak, Lua Makika, reaching 1,477 feet above sea level.
From 1941 to 1990, the United States military used Kahoolawe as a training ground for bombing exercises, causing substantial environmental damage.
Native Hawaiian communities maintain connections to Kahoolawe through traditional ceremonies and practices, considering it a sacred space for cultural activities.
Access to Kahoolawe requires special permits from the Kahoolawe Island Reserve Commission, with visits limited to cultural and restoration purposes.
The island's restoration program includes removing unexploded ordnance while reintroducing native plant species to combat severe soil erosion problems.
Location: Maui County
Part of: Hawaiian Islands
Website: http://kahoolawe.hawaii.gov
GPS coordinates: 20.55000,-156.60000
Latest update: June 9, 2025 07:09
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