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Puako Petroglyph Archaeological Preserve

Holoholokai Beach Park, Mauna Lani Resort, Island of Hawaii, HI
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Ranked #128 of 285 attractions in Island of Hawaii
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Historic Sites
Description: Located at the Orchid at Mauna Lani.
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Austin
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

Seeing this requires a little bit of hiking but it is worth it. The petroglyphs are interesting to look at and the surrounding countryside is peaceful. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012

We loved playing on the beach by the park. We watched a stunning sunset here. Only wished we brought a picnic dinner or sushi as they have picnic tables by beach.... Next time! More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

The field of petroglyphs at the end of this trail is intriguing and enigmatic. It is worth the effort to get to it, but with some qualifications. The trail to the carvings is poorly marked -- almost as if the park service has mixed feelings about people visiting the petroglyphs. So, as with any trail, if you start to feel... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

A little history doesn't hurt even you're on vacation. Very nice walk to see the petroglyphs. A good hike for the birds variety, too. More

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Huntsville, Alabama
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 17, 2011
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We discovered this site while staying at the Fairmont Orchid Resort, next door to the archaeological park. The hike takes about 1 hour (both ways) and winds through an old grown over lava field. Much of the trail is through a lron wood forest that has grown out of the lava. The trail is rocky in places, so wear good... More

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Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2011

We enjoyed the easy hike back through the woods to find the field of petroglyphs. Very interesting. Hundreds of petroglyphs in a setting where you can get a really good, close up view. Recommend sneakers--not sandals or flipflops, and this is definitely NOT a biking path. Quiet and peaceful and worth the hike. More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 22, 2006
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The Pualo Petroglyphs are in a Historic Park in the Mauna Lani Resort. This is one of the largest preserved petroglyph fields in Hawaii. The setting is serene and natural.. Plan on at least an hour to walk the trail and appreciate the petroglyphs. To get to the Historic Park and viewable portion of the Puako petroglyph fields, go about... More

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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 17, 2011
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