Nature Study Parks Near Kailua-Kona

Discover 3 parks for nature study within driving distance of Kailua-Kona

Kalōpā State Recreation Area

Honokaʻa, Hawaii
54 miles away

"A major tourist hub on the west coast, Kailua-Kona offers resort amenities and is a starting point for island-wide adventures."

A serene upland forest park with native vegetation, picnic areas, and easy walking trails.

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Wailuku River State Park

Hilo, Hawaii
77 miles away

"Kailua-Kona is a major tourist hub on the west coast, attracting visitors for its beaches, historic sites, and easy access to island adventures."

Wailuku River State Park features stunning waterfalls, lush rainforest, and scenic viewpoints in Hilo.

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Lava Tree State Monument

Pāhoa, Hawaii
95 miles away

"Though farther away, visitors from Kailua-Kona may include Lava Tree State Monument as part of a Big Island road trip to explore diverse volcanic landscapes."

A park showcasing lava molds of trees from an 18th-century volcanic eruption.

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