Ghost Towns in Hawaii

Beyond the famous names lies a deeper map: Hawaii holds 28 documented ghost towns. Timber camps, fishing villages, and gold-rush outposts define the Pacific ghost towns, tucked into mountains and coastline. Standouts include ‘Āpua, ‘Ewa Villages, ‘Iole, ‘Ōla‘a, Awalua, and dozens more.

Most of these towns have not had their on-the-ground condition verified, so consider this directory a starting point for research rather than a final word. Access information is limited for many of these towns, so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting any site. Use the status and access filters below to narrow the list, or search for a specific town by name.