Roads and Trails

An unimproved road system links the two ends of Kaho`olowe. Rough trails, generally, provide access from the road system to coastal areas. Currently, there is no recognized coastal trail around the perimeter of the island. Anticipated road improvements include developing a basic all weather road system that extends to a weather access point at Kuheia Bay, and also developing an integrated trail system between coastal areas. It is critical that the islandÕs road and trail system be designed to assist soil conservation efforts rather than inadvertently providing a means for additional soil erosion. (KICCR, 87)

One suggestion is that the island's road system be improved to act as a catchment for rainfall harvesting. Water from these sources could be readily available for soil abatement projects involving reforestation and revegetation efforts.

(KICCR, 79) KICCR: Kaho`olawe: Restoring a Cultural Treasure. Final Report of the Kaho`olawe Island Conveyance Commission to the Congress of the United States. March 31,1993.