Ivory B.
4/19/2025
Super easy short hike to explore the history of Hawaiian Petroglyphs! It's about 1.1-mile out-and-back trail near Waikoloa Village, Hawaii. It takes about 30 min to complete. It's a bit...
Puako Petroglyph Archeological Park
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1 N Kaniku Dr
Kamuela, HI 96743
Puako Petroglyphs is a fascinating archaeological site located on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Spanning over 223 acres, this site features more than 3,000 ancient Hawaiian rock carvings, showcasing figures of humans, animals, and deity symbols. The petroglyphs, believed to have been carved between 1000 and 1800 A.D., provide a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the ancient Hawaiians.
Visitors can embark on the 1.5-mile Malama Trail, which leads through a kiawe forest to the petroglyph field. Along the way, replica petroglyphs can be touched and rubbed, while the real petroglyphs should be respected and not touched to avoid damage. This unique site offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural significance, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in ancient Hawaiian art and history.
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Brian M.
7/19/2025
This is a short hike (30 min round trip) to see some interesting petroglyphs. Not sure how old these really are but it's a cool cultural thing to do instead of drinking lava flows by the pool....
Angelika S.
7/6/2025
Unclear signage and anticlimactic final destination at the end of the path. Interesting though.
Maxine P.
5/18/2023
We accidentally found this site when driving by to go to the beach at the resort. While driving by I spotted a sign for a Petroglyph trail. So pleased to see so many in one location. The trail is...
Grace X.
1/31/2024
The trail to get the petroglyphs is pretty easy- it's 0.7 miles each way and took us about 30 minutes round trip. At the end there is a large field of petroglyphs, but they were a little bit hard...
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