Things to do in National Park of American Samoa
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.