description Lehua Island Overview
Lehua Island is a 284-acre volcanic islet about three-fourths of a mile off the northern shore of Niʻihau, Hawaii. It is a state-designated seabird sanctuary managed by the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources and is federally owned by the U.S. Coast Guard. The island is a cinder tuff cone with steep, eroded slopes and provides nesting habitat for seabirds.
[Sources](https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/wildlife/lehua/), [Hawaii environmental assessment](https://files.hawaii.gov/dbedt/erp/EA_EIS_Library/2017-03-08-KA-DEA-Lehua-Ecosystem-Restoration.pdf).
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Where is Lehua Island?
Lehua Island is a 284-acre volcanic islet about three-fourths of a mile off the northern shore of Niʻihau, Hawaii. It is separated from Niʻihau by a short stretch of ocean.
Is Lehua Island open to ordinary visitors?
Lehua Island is a state-designated seabird sanctuary, so access is restricted to protect wildlife. It is also federally owned by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Who manages Lehua Island?
The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources manages Lehua Island as a state-designated seabird sanctuary. Federal ownership belongs to the U.S. Coast Guard.
What kind of island is Lehua?
Lehua is a volcanic islet rather than a coral atoll or mainland peninsula. It covers 284 acres and lies near Niʻihau in Hawaii.
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