Where is Kaneohe, Hawaii, USA?

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Where is Kaneohe Located? - Kaneohe is a city located in the Honolulu County of Hawaii, United States. Kaneohe lies between 42.6544 Degrees North latitudes and 111.6047 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Where is Kaneohe?: The Google Map showing the location of Kaneohe in the U.S. state of Hawaii.

Where is Kaneohe Located?

Kaneohe is a city located in the Honolulu County of Hawaii, United States. Kaneohe lies between 42.6544 Degrees North latitudes and 111.6047 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kaneohe city is 37430 people and the city has a total area of 6.53 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kaneohe, Hawaii Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityKaneohe (Census-Designated Place)
CountyHonolulu County
StateHawaii
State CapitalHonolulu
US RegionWest
Latitude21.4061° N
Longitude157.7989° W
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Land Area6.53 sq mi
Water Area2.58 sq mi
Total Area9.11 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)34,597
Population DensityAbout 5,300 per sq mi
ZIP Codes96744
Area Code808
Time Zone StandardHawaii–Aleutian Standard Time (HST, UTC−10:00)
Time Zone DaylightNot Observed
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code15-36500
Congressional District2nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Kaneohe

CategoryDetails
Airport NameDaniel K. Inouye International Airport (nearest)
IATA CodeHNL
PortHonolulu Harbor (nearest commercial port)
Major HighwaysH-3, Likelike Highway (Route 63), Pali Highway (Route 61), Kamehameha Highway (Route 83)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service in Hawaii
Local Bus/Transit ServiceTheBus (City and County of Honolulu)
  • Interstate H-3 provides the fastest connection between Kaneohe, Pearl Harbor, and central Oahu.
  • Likelike Highway (Route 63) links Kaneohe with downtown Honolulu through the Koʻolau Range.
  • Pali Highway (Route 61) offers a scenic route between Windward Oahu and Honolulu.
  • Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) follows Oahu's windward coastline and connects neighboring communities.
  • TheBus provides regular public transportation throughout Kaneohe and across the island of Oahu.

Top Places to Visit in Kaneohe, Hawaii

Landmark NameType
Ho'omaluhia Botanical GardenBotanical Garden
Kaneohe BayBay
Heʻeia State ParkState Park
Byodo-In TempleTemple
Valley of the Temples Memorial ParkMemorial Park
Kualoa Regional ParkRegional Park
Heʻeia FishpondHistoric Fishpond
Kualoa RanchNature & Adventure Attraction
Nuʻuanu Pali LookoutScenic Viewpoint
Hoʻokipa Cultural CenterCultural Attraction

Driving Distances from Kaneohe, Hawaii to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
KailuaHawaii510 min
AhuimanuHawaii410 min
WaimanaloHawaii1020 min
HonoluluHawaii1220 min
Pearl CityHawaii1730 min
MililaniHawaii1930 min
WaipahuHawaii2035 min
KapoleiHawaii2845 min
HaleiwaHawaii3555 min
LaieHawaii2945 min

Colleges and Universities in Kaneohe, Hawaii

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Hawaii Pacific University – Windward Hawaii Loa CampusPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and professional programs
Windward Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeUniversity of Hawaii System campus
University of Hawaii at ManoaPublicUniversityFlagship public research university (nearby)
Castle High SchoolPublicK–12 SchoolCollege preparatory and career education
Kalaheo High SchoolPublicK–12 SchoolSecondary education

Waterbodies in Kaneohe, Hawaii

Kaneohe Bay, Heʻeia Fishpond, Pacific Ocean, Mokapu Peninsula, Kahaluu Stream, Heʻeia Stream, Waikane Stream, Kaʻalaea Stream

Golf Courses in Kaneohe

Koʻolau Golf Club, Bay View Golf Course, Olomana Golf Links, Pali Golf Course, Marine Corps Base Hawaii Klipper Golf Course, Royal Hawaiian Golf Club

Kaneohe, Hawaii — Key Historical Facts

  • Kaneohe has been inhabited for centuries and was an important center of Native Hawaiian agriculture, particularly for taro cultivation in the fertile Windward Oahu region.
  • During the nineteenth century, the community became known for rice plantations, ranching, and fishing that supported the local economy.
  • The establishment of Marine Corps Base Hawaii at nearby Mokapu Peninsula during World War II significantly influenced the area's growth and infrastructure.
  • Windward Oahu experienced substantial residential development after the completion of the Pali Highway and later Interstate H-3, improving access to Honolulu.
  • Today, Kaneohe is a vibrant residential community known for its lush landscapes, Kaneohe Bay, educational institutions, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

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