National Park of American Samoa
Hike Tutuila’s forested ridges, snorkel coral reefs and plan around the difficult journeys between the park’s three islands.
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National Park of American Samoa protects land and sea on Tutuila, Ofu and Taʻū in the South Pacific. It is the only National Park Service unit south of the equator. Hiking and snorkeling are the park’s main activities. On Tutuila, the unit near Pago Pago is the only one reachable by car and draws most visitors. Trails cross ridge forest, and historic World War II gun emplacements stand at Breakers Point and Blunts Point. A trail climbs to Mount Alava, 1,610 feet (490 m) above sea level.
The three island units require separate transport planning. Tutuila is the easiest to reach by road. Ofu is centred on its two-mile beach and reef, but access is difficult: flights from Pago Pago run every two weeks, and small fishing boats from Taʻū are unreliable. Taʻū is the largest and wildest unit, with cloud forest, sea cliffs and Lata Mountain, the highest point in American Samoa at 3,170 feet (970 m). Its old trail is overgrown and impassable without machete work. Accommodation is available on Ofu and Taʻū.
National Park of American Samoa in five
- Choose your island before bookingTutuila is the only park unit reachable by car. Ofu and Taʻū require separate transport arrangements.
- Plan around Ofu’s biweekly flightsFlights from Pago Pago to Ofu run every two weeks. Small fishing boats from Taʻū are unreliable, so do not rely on one for a fixed connection.Getting around
- Stay on Ofu or Taʻū for the outer unitsAccommodation is available on both islands. Staying on Tutuila does not put you near the Ofu or Taʻū park units.Where to stay
- Check trail access on TaʻūThe old Lata Mountain trail is overgrown and impassable without machete work. Ask the National Park Service about current access before setting out.
- Plan for hiking and snorkelingHiking and snorkeling are the park’s main activities. The park protects coral reefs, rainforest and Samoan culture.
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Before you go to National Park of American Samoa
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- Check American Samoa entry requirements for your passport with the local government before travel.
- Ask the National Park Service about current access to the overgrown Lata Mountain trail before hiking on Taʻū.
- Do not assume a boat from Taʻū to Ofu will run reliably; confirm transport before booking onward plans.
Plan around National Park of American Samoa
Plan around the islands and the park’s three separate units
Read the guideGetting aroundFlights, boats and the limits of road access
Read the guideWhere to stayFind accommodation on Tutuila, Ofu or Taʻū
Read the guideVisas and entryCheck entry requirements for your passport
Read the guideNational Park of American Samoa FAQ
How do you get to the National Park of American Samoa?
Tutuila is the only park unit reachable by car. Flights from Pago Pago reach Ofu, and flights from Tutuila reach Fiti‘uta village on Taʻū. Small fishing boats from Taʻū to Ofu are unreliable.
Can you visit the park on a day trip from Pago Pago?
Tutuila is the practical unit for a road trip from Pago Pago. Flights to Ofu run every two weeks, and Taʻū requires a flight, so visiting the outer units takes separate transport planning.
Which island is best for the National Park of American Samoa?
Tutuila is the easiest unit to reach and draws most visitors. Ofu is centred on Ofu Beach and its reef; Taʻū is the largest and wildest unit.
Can you hike Mount Alava in American Samoa?
A trail in the Tutuila unit climbs through ridge forest to Mount Alava, which is 1,610 feet (490 m) high.
Can you hike Lata Mountain on Taʻū?
The old Lata Mountain trail is overgrown and impassable without machete work. Ask the National Park Service about current access before planning a hike.
What can you see in the National Park of American Samoa?
The park protects rainforest, coral reefs, fruit bats and Samoan culture across Tutuila, Ofu and Taʻū. Tutuila also has World War II gun emplacements at Breakers Point and Blunts Point.