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Bird Man of Lana`i Petroglyphs

Type of Site
Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Day Trip
Interests That Apply
History
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: No
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required Dirt/off-road walking
Notes: It is a short hike to this spot and requires a four-wheel drive vehicle.
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Not Available
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Bird Man of Lana`i Petroglyphs

Easy to Find Rock Carvings


Expert Pick Off The Beaten Path

Address:
Shipwreck Beach
Lana`i, HI 96763

Description

Aside from golf and pineapples, Lanai's main attraction is its petroglyphs. Petroglyphs are crude drawings or carvings on rock, the kind that many people associate with cavemen. While Lanai's petroglyphs are not quite that ancient, they're still remnants of a mysterious, long-ago time. The Birdman petroglyphs are among the most popular on the island, simply because they're so easy to access from the main road. Located at Kaiolohia Beach (more commonly known as Shipwreck Beach), these ancient rock carvings depict animals, people and other things.


What you should know before visiting Bird Man of Lana`i Petroglyphs

Times & Dates

Open Hours: Dawn-dusk, daily
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Notes: From the Lodge at Koele, go past the parking lot to the top of the hill and straight ahead on Hwy 440 for approximately 8.5 miles. Near the sea, the dirt road to the left will become a sandy road. Proceed for about 3 miles. It is a short walk to the ruins of the lighthouse, and an arrow on a sign for "The Bird Man of Lana`i" directs you to the petroglyphs.
Parking Availability: No


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