Puu Waawaa Olivine Cone — olivine rockhounding site near Kailua-kona, HI
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Puu Waawaa Olivine Cone

Rockhounding site in Kailua-kona, Hawaii · Other

Puu Waawaa Olivine Cone is a olivine rockhounding site near Kailua-kona, HI. Fee varies. Best season: Dry season for road access.

Typical season: Dry season for road access

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Olivine
Primary specimens
Olivine, Basalt, Volcanic Glass
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Kailua-kona
State
Hawaii
Coordinates
19.92000, -155.85000
Best season
Dry season for road access
Access difficulty
Moderate rough road hiking
Camping
Big Island west coast campgrounds
Activities
Volcanic mineral observation
Facilities
Kailua-Kona services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitDry season for road access
  • AccessModerate rough road hiking
  • FacilitiesKailua-Kona services
  • Camping nearbyBig Island west coast campgrounds

Things you need to take to Puu Waawaa Olivine Cone

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Map & location

Open in MapsGet directions19.92000, -155.85000

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.