Why is Kahoolawe forbidden?

Access to the Reserve (the island and the 2 miles of ocean surrounding Kaho'olawe) is restricted because of the continued danger of unexploded ordnance. Access to the Reserve is permitted only with authorization of KIRC for specific purposes, such as restoration, education, and culture.



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Because of the existing hazards, including the UXO, rough terrain and harsh environmental elements, no unauthorized persons are allowed into the Reserve and protective measures have been adopted to maximize safety for those persons with permission to access the Reserve.

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Kaho'olawe, A Sacred Island Called in ancient times, “Kanaloa” or “Kohemalamalama,” the island was a place where kahuna and navigators were trained and played an important role in early Pacific migrations.

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Niihau, also known as the Forbidden Isle, is a beautiful small island in Hawaii spread across 180 sq km. The island is off-limits to outsiders and only the Robinson family, their relatives, invited guests, government officials and US Navy personnel are allowed here.

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Because of the sparse rainfall and relatively small size of Kahoolawe, ground-water bodies there are not extensive and some, like perched-water bodies, are short-lived as well.

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At 44.6 sq mi (116 km2), Kaho?olawe is the state's largest island with no permanent inhabitants. Lana?i has a population of 3,193; Moloka?i has a population of 7,404.

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No one is allowed to land on Niihau unless you are a resident of the island, a member of the Robinson family, or an invited guest. The Robinson family permits helicopter tours, but contact between the visitors and natives is not allowed. Fishermen and sailors may visit the island by sea, but are not able to land.

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The Hawaii State Government. Of the approximately 4 million acres of land in Hawaii, the state government owns most of this.

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Of the four major islands in the Hawaiian group, tradition tells us that the highest and most sacred places were Mauna Wai'ale'ale on Kaua'i; Mauna Ka'ala on O'ahu; Mauna Haleakala on Maui; and Mauna Kea on Hawai'i.

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With fewer people around, you can truly immerse yourself in the island's natural beauty and experience the authentic Hawaiian culture. According to the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Molokai has consistently had the lowest number of visitor arrivals compared to other Hawaiian islands.

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