Kamakou facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kamakou |
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Eastern Molokai with a portion of Kamakou and Molokai Forest Reserve
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 4,961 ft (1,512 m) |
| Prominence | 4,961 ft (1,512 m) |
| Listing | US most prominent peaks 127th |
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| Language of name | Hawaiian |
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 Kamakou
Location in Molokai and Lanai
Kamakou
Location in Hawaii
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| Location | Molokai, Hawaii, U.S. |
| Parent range | Hawaiian Islands |
| Topo map | USGS |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Shield volcano (extinct) |
| Volcanic arc/belt | Hawaiian–Emperor seamount chain |
Kamakou is the highest peak on the island of Molokai, at 4,961 feet (1,512 m). It is part of the extinct East Molokai shield volcano, which comprises the east side of the island. Kamakou is located within the 2,774 acres (11.23 km2; 4.334 sq mi) Molokai Forest Reserve, estimated to contain more than 250 rare native Hawaiian plants, many of which exist only in this part of the world. Rare birds can also be found, with two examples being the olomaʻo (Molokai thrush) and kākāwahie (Molokai creeper). Monthly tours are held by The Nature Conservancy.
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