American Samoa National Park: planning guide
Tropical rainforest and coral reef on islands in the South Pacific. Remote, humid, and mostly reached by plane and boat.
American Samoa National Park is in AS, United States. The nearest town is Hawaiian Ocean View — roughly 2516 mi (4049 km) out, about 60 hr of driving.
When to go
Best window: December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Shoulder season: May and November.
June to November is the wet and hurricane season — heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storm closures.
Heat and humidity are constant. Plan activity for early morning and carry more water than feels necessary.
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Ocean View | 2516 mi (4049 km) | 60 hr |
| Discovery Harbor | 2518 mi (4052 km) | 60 hr 3 min |
| Pāhala | 2532 mi (4075 km) | 60 hr 23 min |
| Honaunau-Napoopoo | 2537 mi (4084 km) | 60 hr 30 min |
| Captain Cook | 2539 mi (4085 km) | 60 hr 32 min |
| Kealakekua | 2540 mi (4088 km) | 60 hr 34 min |
| Honalo | 2541 mi (4090 km) | 60 hr 36 min |
| Kahaluu-Keauhou | 2542 mi (4091 km) | 60 hr 37 min |
Where American Samoa National Park sits
Official American Samoa National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Parks you could combine with it
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Active volcanic landscape on the Big Island. Lava fields, craters, and steam — conditions change with eruptions.
- Haleakalā National Park
A volcanic summit and crater on Maui. Cold and windy at the top; sunrise visits are popular and crowded.
- Channel Islands National Park
A chain of islands off southern California. Reach them by boat; expect wind, wildlife, and limited services.
- Pinnacles National Park
Volcanic rock spires and talus caves east of the Salinas Valley in California. Condors sometimes soar overhead.
Common questions
Where is American Samoa National Park?
American Samoa National Park sits in AS, United States, and the closest town of any size is Hawaiian Ocean View — about 60 hr away.
When is the best time to visit American Samoa National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.