Ka Lae
Ka Lae (Hawaiian: the point), also known as South Point, is the southernmost point of the Big Island of Hawaii and of the 50 United States. The Ka Lae area is registered as a National Historic Landmark District under the name South Point Complex. The area is also known for its strong ocean currents and winds and is the home of a wind farm.
South Point Complex | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
U.S. National Historic Landmark District | |
Rocky cliffs of Ka Lae | |
| Location | Big Island of Hawaii |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | Nā'ālehu |
| Coordinates | 18.9111°N 155.681111°W |
| Area | 710 acres (290 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 66000291 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | October 15, 1966 |
| Designated NHLD | December 29, 1962 |
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