Division of State Parks | Diamond Head State Monument The unique profile of Diamond Head (Lē‘ahi) sits prominently near the eastern edge of Waikiki’s coastline Hawaii’s most recognized landmark is known for its historic hiking trail, stunning coastal views, and military history Diamond Head State Monument encompasses over 475 acres, including the interior and outer slopes of the crater
Division of State Parks | Diamond Head Summit Trail Description The trail to the summit of Leʻahi (Hawaiian name for Diamond Head Crater) was built in 1908 as part of Oʻahu’s coastal defense system Completed in 1911, the Fire Control Station at the summit directed artillery fire from batteries in Waikiki and Fort Ruger outside Diamond Head crater
Diamond Head State Monument Today, the Diamond Head Lighthouse, built in 1917, provides a visual aid for navigation In the late 1700s, Western explorers and traders visited Lē‘ahi and mistook the calcite crystals in the rocks on the slopes of the crater for diamonds Thus, the name Diamond Head became the common name for the crater
DIAMOND HEAD - Department of Land and Natural Resources MILITARY HISTORY With its panoramic view from Koko Head to Wai‘anae, the summit of Diamond Head was an ideal site for the coastal defense of O‘ahu In 1904, Diamond Head was purchased by the Federal government and designated for military use Fortification began in 1908 with the construction of gun emplacements and an entry tunnel through the north wall of the crater from Fort Ruger known
Division of State ParksDiamond Head State Monument At Diamond Head State Monument, volunteers will be working at various gardens and restoration sites, participating in weeding, pruning, and removing invasive species as assigned by…
D-6 - Department of Land and Natural Resources Portion of Government lands situated at Diamond Head and Kaimuki, Honolulu, Oahu, Tax Map Key: (1) 3-1-042:035, 039 and (1) 3-2-037:027 as shown on the attached maps labeled as Exhibit A-i to A-3
Microsoft Word - Sch_ada plant NTBG_W. doc SPECIES INFORMATION: This species was first collected on the slopes of Diamond Head Crater on O‘ahu in 1955 and described as a valid new species in 1970 It is a small shrub known only from one population, and has survived in the Diamond Head Crater area despite the growing urbanization of the area Schiedea adamantis exists under harsh conditions, buffeted by strong winds, high light
Division of State Parks | Diamond Head **IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES** Always monitor weather reports and ocean conditions before your park visit • [KAUA’I] UPDATED 5 27 26 Kalalau Trail from mile marker 2-11 after Hanakapiai Valley, will be CLOSED for a feral animal control hunt from June 1-4 The 2 miles of the trail from Keʻe beach at Haʻena State Park to Hanakapiai falls will remain open during this time — Puʻu Hinahina
Division of State Parks | NEW State Park Reservation System Diamond Head State Monument will be the 3rd State Park to integrate a reservation system Beginning April 28th visitors could book parking and entry reservations up to 14 days in advance for Diamond Head State Monument Starting May 12th, all non-residents will need a reservation to enter Diamond Head State Monument