Kānaka a me ka ʻāina (People and the Land)
A visit to the national parks of the Hawaiian Islands is life-changing, bringing together the spirit of poʻe (people), the power and preciousness of wai (water), and the sacredness and majesty of ʻāina (the land). Within each of the islands, landscapes can vary from tropical oasis to graceful grasslands and arid, volcanic deserts. Go beyond the beaches to learn and support the vibrant and living culture and contributions of kānaka maoli (native Hawaiians) and confront a history that continues to shape the Hawaiian islands today.
Learn about the national parks of Hawai'i and of the work of the National Park Service across this island state.