He‘eia Pond
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He‘eia Pond

He'eia Fishpond is a large, traditional Hawaiian fishpond located on the windward coast of Oahu at Kane'ohe Bay. Encompassing 88 acres and surrounded by a 5,000-foot stone wall, it is one of the few restored and functioning fishponds remaining in Hawaii. Visitors can view this cultural treasure from He'eia State Park and learn about its importance in sustainable aquaculture practices.

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He‘eia Pond

He'eia Fishpond, Oahu
He'eia Fishpond (view panorama) is located at Kane'ohe Bay on Oahu's windward coast. It encompasses 88 acres and its walls are about 5,000 feet (1,524 m) long. It is one of the few fishponds left on Oahu. It is not known when it was built. Fishponds in the old Hawaii were built to maintain a ready supply of live fish. He'eia Fishpond can be seen from He'eia State Park.
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He‘eia Pond, Hawaii 96744
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