Kamakou
| Kamakou | |
|---|---|
 Eastern Molokai with a portion of Kamakou and Molokai Forest Reserve | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,961 ft (1,512 m)[1] |
| Prominence | 4,961 ft (1,512 m) |
| Listing | List of Ultras of the U.S. |
| Naming | |
| Language of name | Hawaiian |
| Geography | |
| Parent range | Molokai Forest Reserve |
| Topo map | USGS |
Kamakou is the highest peak on the island of Molokai, at 4,961 feet (1,512 m). It is part of the extinct Wailau shield volcano, which comprises the east side of the island.[2] Kamakou is located within the 2,774 acres (11.23 km2; 4.334 sq mi) Molokai Forest Reserve,[3] estimated to contain more than 250 rare native Hawaiian plants, many of which exists only in this part of the world.[4] Two examples are the Olomaʻo (Molokai thrush) and Kākāwahie (Molokai creeper). Monthly tours are held by the The Nature Conservancy.[5]
References
- ^ Daniel Harrington. "Moloka'i: Cultural/Historical Sites and Attractions". Hawaiian Encyclopedia. Mutual Publishing. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
- ^ Giant Landsides of the Hawaiian Islands - University of Hawaii, Hilo
- ^ Molokai Forest Reserve — Department of Land and Natural Resources
- ^ Kamakou Preserve, Molokai | GoHawaii.com
- ^ Ed Misaki-Safeguarding Moloka‘i | The Nature Conservancy
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