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Things to do in National Park of American Samoa

AS · 15 vetted places · national park

A tropical South Pacific park protecting rainforest, coral reefs, volcanic ridges, beaches, flying fox habitat, and Samoan cultural landscapes across Tutuila, Ofu, and Tau.

Best months: June, July, August, September

What is worth your time in National Park of American Samoa

  • National Park of American Samoa Visitor CenterDo not miss

    The visitor center is the essential indoor stop for cultural orientation, trail status, maps, and safety guidance.

    Ranger Program · 1.1 hr4.8

  • Mount Alava TrailDo not miss

    The ridge hike gives the classic Tutuila rainforest climb and sweeping harbor views.

    Hike · 4 hr4.6

  • Pola Island TrailDo not miss

    The short coastal trail reaches a dramatic sea stack, seabird habitat, and one of Tutuila best views.

    Hike · 1.1 hr4.6

  • Ofu BeachDo not miss

    Ofu Beach is the park postcard experience, with pale sand, clear water, coral reef, and dramatic volcanic scenery.

    Other · 3.5 hr4.5

  • Amalau Valley

    The rainforest valley is strong for birds, fruit bats, and lush tropical scenery.

    Wildlife · 1.8 hr4.6

  • Flying Fox Viewing

    Samoa fruit bats are charismatic native wildlife often seen gliding above forest and village edges.

    Wildlife · 1.1 hr4.6

  • Tuafanua Trail

    This steep route drops from Vatia toward a secluded coast and rewards careful hikers with wild shoreline scenery.

    Hike · 4 hr4.6

  • Tutuila Scenic Drive

    Driving Tutuila coastal and ridge roads gives low-effort access to villages, rainforest, and harbor views.

    Scenic Drive · 3 hr4.6

  • Vatia Village

    Vatia is a scenic village gateway to rainforest, coastline, and Samoan cultural context.

    Other · 1.1 hr4.6

  • Blunts Point Trail

    The short trail reaches World War II gun emplacements and harbor views near Pago Pago.

    Hike · 1.1 hr4.4

  • American Samoa Night Sky

    Outer-island beaches can offer dark tropical skies when clouds and rain clear.

    Stargazing · 1.4 hr

  • American Samoa Reef Snorkeling

    Snorkeling near Ofu or other approved areas reveals coral reef life in warm South Pacific water.

    Water Activity · 1.8 hr

  • Lower Saumaloto Ridge Trail

    This rainforest ridge route offers dense tropical vegetation and a quieter Tutuila hiking experience.

    Hike · 2.3 hr

  • Siu Point

    This remote coastal area on Tau gives dramatic ocean views and a sense of the park outer-island scale.

    Viewpoint · 3 hr

And 1 more, which the planner picks between based on your dates, pace and what you are into.

Worth knowing

  • The park is famous for tropical rainforest hikes, Ofu Beach, coral reef snorkeling, flying foxes, Samoan culture, Mount Alava, and its remote South Pacific setting.