Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
The quickest way to access the 1871 Trail is by heading down the gated road to the left of the park Visitor Center.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
A sign marks the 1871 Trail.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
There are several cultural sites along this trail that most visitors to the Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park miss.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
The trail is rocky, passing over a maintained section on the lava rock surface.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
The 1871 Trail soon leaves the historical core of the National Park and follows the course along the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
Cultural site along the 1871 Trail.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
The Alahaka Ramp is one of the most interesting features encountered along this trail, built in the 1860's to access the elevated village of Ki'ilae.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
The trail soon passes by elevated views of several bays, though signs warn hikers to stay back from the edge.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
The trail soon follows a straight course through the forested environs, becoming less scenic.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
Maintenance tends to suffer a bit as the trail progresses.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
A sign marks the park boundary along the trail, beyond which the trail falls into increasing disrepair. As such, we suggest this as the turnaround point.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
Views of the lower elevations from the site of the Ki'ilae Village.
Shaun Hunter
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10/20/2025
Opting to follow the optional loop section of the trail leads past more historical structures and toward a picnic area beside the ocean.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/20/2025
Scenic section of Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park's 1871 Trail.