Wahiawa

Wahiawa is a small community situated on a plateau in central Oahu at an elevation of about 287 meters (940 feet), surrounded by two volcanic peaks. The settlement is enclosed on three sides by a large reservoir that defines its geography.

The establishment of a major pineapple company in 1851 transformed Wahiawa into an important agricultural center and marked the start of Hawaii's commercial pineapple industry. This development shaped the area's economy and society for generations.

Multiple ethnic communities contribute to Wahiawa's population, where nearly thirty percent of residents identify with two or more racial backgrounds.

The community is linked to surrounding areas and the North Shore through two bridges on Kamehameha Highway, providing straightforward road access. The elevated location and rural setting shape how the place feels and functions day to day.

The water body that borders three sides of the community was originally a natural pond but was dammed in 1913 to serve irrigation needs. Today it functions as a key water storage resource for farming across the island.

Location: Honolulu County

Elevation above the sea: 287 m

GPS coordinates: 21.50250,-158.02278

Latest update: December 15, 2025 10:17