Ulupō Heiau
Parking available
Ancient Hawaiian ceremonial site and temple, considered sacred, located behind a YMCA in Kailua, Hawaii.

📜 Ancient Hawaiian ceremonial site and temple.
🔍 Dates back to the 1400s, still considered sacred.

Why Go

🗿 Explore a massive stone platform and walls up to 30 feet high
🌿 Discover a site associated with Menehune legends and Oʻahu chiefs
🚶 Easy access, located behind a YMCA with parking
🌳 Enjoy a historic site amidst natural beauty near Kawai Nui Marsh

Why Avoid

🚫 Stay off the heiau itself as it's not a sanctioned trail
🐾 No animals/pets allowed
🚭 No smoking or alcoholic beverages

Tips

🅿️ Park in the adjacent YMCA lot; walk to the heiau if the gate is closed.

Cost

💰 Entrance is free.

Hours

🕒 Park Hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am-7:00pm, Sat 8:00am-3:00pm, Sun Closed. Gate hours Mon-Fri 8:00am-12:00pm.

Facilities

💧 No drinking water available.

Last updated 5 days ago

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