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Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden

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Walking or driving through these lush four hundred acres, you will truly agree that Ho`omaluhia is rightfully named "a peaceful refuge."
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Hoomaluhia features plantings from major tropical regions around the world grouped geographically. Strolling or driving through these lush four hundred acres in windward Oahu, you will truly agree that Ho`omaluhia is rightfully named "a peaceful refuge." Opened in 1982, this garden in Kaneohe features plantings from major tropical regions around the world grouped geographically. Special emphasis is placed on conserving plants native to Hawaii:
Hawaiian plants
Palms and aroids
Ethnobotanical exhibits
Heliconias
Picnic and camping grounds

10/30/2026

Palm treatments to restrict Ho‘omaluhia pedestrian access November 2–4, 2026

In the continued effort to mitigate the impacts of Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles (CRB) on your City parks and gardens, botanical garden staff will be working with a contractor to treat dozens of palm trees at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden against the highly invasive pest in early November 2026.

These treatments will require the restriction of pedestrian access to the popular botanical garden, or portions thereof, beginning 4 p.m. each day from November 2 to November 4, 2026. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this tree maintenance is conducted.

10/24/2026

CRB treatments to restrict Ho‘omaluhia pedestrian access November 2–4, 2026

In the continued effort to mitigate the impacts of Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles (CRB) on your City parks and gardens, botanical garden staff will be working with a contractor to treat dozens of palm trees at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden against the highly invasive pest in early November 2026.

These treatments will require the restriction of pedestrian access to the popular botanical garden, or portions thereof, beginning 4 p.m. each day from November 2 to November 4, 2026. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this tree maintenance is conducted.

09/08/2026

Fishing is suspended on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026 as the shoreline recovers from recent severe weather. Thank you for your patience during this short-term suspension.

08/24/2026

Fishing at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden is temporarily suspended on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026 as the shoreline recovers. Mahalo for your patience

08/20/2026

Due to the lingering effects of the storm, fishing will be suspended at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden on Saturday, August 22, 2026

08/18/2026

The garden has reopened after the storm. Come visit during normal business hours— 9 am to 4 pm.

During your visit, you may encounter slippery surfaces, loose rocks, falling branches, thorny plants, and exposed roots. For your safety, walking shoes are recommended. Always exercise caution.

07/21/2026

Next up in our free Twilight Concert Series:

• Allegro Keiki at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden�Friday, July 24th from 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Bring your low-back chairs, blankets, and picnic, and settle in for a relaxing evening surrounded by nature. Bug spray is recommended.

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/14/2026

Come listen, review the plan, and get your questions answered.

After months of community engagement, research, workshops, and stakeholder meetings, the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation invites you to a public presentation of the draft Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden Long-Range Plan.

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Hale ʻĀkoakoa Room, Windward Community College

The draft plan reflects community input gathered since Fall 2025 and outlines a vision for:
• Enhancing the visitor experience
• Strengthening community connections and accessibility
• Preserving the garden's environmental, cultural, and historical resources
• Guiding future botanical collections, facilities, education, and visitor amenities

Since opening in 1982, the 400-acre Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden has become a treasured gathering place for Windward Oʻahu, welcoming nearly 724,000 visitors in Fiscal Year 2025. We invite you to learn about the draft plan and help shape the garden's future.

Learn more at: honolulu.gov/dpr/hoomaluhia-long-range-planning/

If you require an auxiliary aid, accommodation, or language interpreter, please contact DPR at (808) 768-3003 or [email protected] at least three business days before the meeting.

06/27/2026

Our Free Twilight Concert Series continues with:

• Nikki Dee at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden - Friday, July 3rd from 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Bring your low-back chairs, blankets, and picnic, and settle in for a relaxing evening surrounded by nature. Bug spray is recommended.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/13/2026

Our Free Twilight Concert Series continues this week!
Join us for an evening of music in the gardens:

• Ikaika Kalani at Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden�Friday, June 19 | 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Bring your low-back chairs, blankets, and picnic, and settle in for a relaxing evening surrounded by nature. Bug spray is recommended.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Address

45-680 Luluku Road
Kaneohe, HI
96744

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18082337323

Website

http://www.honolulu.gov/parks

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