Rabbit Island

Rabbit Island Hawaii

What's this attraction about?

Less than a mile off of South Shore Oahu sits the beautiful Manana Island State Seabird Sanctuary, a 63 acre volcanic tuff also known as Rabbit Island. There is a small beach about 30 feet wide on the southwest side of the island. It is over 360 feet at its highest point and can be seen from a variety of locations on South Shore Oahu, including Kaupo Beach, Waimanalo Beach Park and Makapu'u Lookout.

History

It was used as a rabbit breeding farm until 1994 when it was made into a protected bird sanctuary.

Learn More: Details & Trivia

  • How Long We're Here: 5-10 minutes at Waimanalo Beach Park or Makapuu Lookout, time permitting.
  • Location: South Shore, Oahu
  • Insider Tip: The island is a protected seabird sanctuary, it is illegal to land on the island without authorized permission.
  • Fun Fact: Don’t take the name for granted, rabbits were raised here until 1994!
  • What To Expect: Views of Oahu's southern shorelines and beautiful beaches

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